Designing Leslie Hinson’s Digital Home
Who Is Leslie Hinson?
Leslie is a ghostwriter, fiction writer, and editor. Her varied career in teaching, music, and corporate roles informs her ability to write from many perspectives. She is a member of Gotham Ghostwriters and teaches at The Porch Writing Collective. Beyond professional work she leads the Paper State Writing Club, teaches piano and yoga, and fosters cats.
A Design Inspired by Life and Travel
The project began by learning Leslie’s story—growing up in Alabama, moving to Nashville, and her love of travel. I incorporated colors from her travel photography: deep teal, warm terracotta, and cream. The site includes a portrait, subtle logos of her affiliations, slanted panels reminiscent of turning pages, and custom service cards for ghostwriting, book coaching, editing, and long‑form content with clear explanations and rates. A simple contact form sits over a semi-transparent panel.
An Exciting Debut Novel on the Horizon
Leslie’s debut novel Salomé will be published by G.P. Putnam’s Sons on May 19 2026. It is a gothic reimagining of the biblical femme fatale, following an American journalist drawn into a dangerous conspiracy in France. This novel illustrates her range and adds excitement to the launch of her new site.
Reflection
Collaborating with solo creatives like Leslie is rewarding because the design stems from truly understanding their story. This site combines personal history, travel aesthetics, and professional clarity to create a digital home that feels like her. I loved building this project and look forward to seeing Leslie thrive both online and in print.
