About Leslie

Leslie Morgan Steiner is a journalist, author, and speaker known for writing honestly about crucial women’s issues like domestic violence, motherhood, and female sexuality. She uses her powerful personal stories to inspire conversation and create change. Her work has been shaped by her own experiences. Her New York Times bestselling memoir, Crazy Love (2009), tells the chilling story of surviving a violently abusive first marriage. This book led to her famous TED Talk, which has been viewed over five million times and has become a resource for understanding why victims often stay with abusive partners. She continues to advocate for survivors as a board member of the One Love Foundation. Leslie is the author of three other nonfiction books, which tackle important cultural topics: the anthology Mommy Wars (2006) examined the debate between stay-at-home and working mothers. The Baby Chase: How Surrogacy Is Transforming the American Family (2013) explored the complex world of infertility and surrogate pregnancy. Her most recent memoir, The Naked Truth (2019), discusses her experiences with female sexuality, dating, and self-acceptance after motherhood and divorce. Before becoming a full-time writer, Steiner worked in the business world, including a decade at Johnson & Johnson and as the General Manager of The Washington Post Magazine. She frequently appears on national news programs to discuss her work.