LEESBURG, FL, August 07, 2019 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Leigh Neely has been included in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Backed by 40 years of practiced industry experience, Ms. Neely works as a managing editor for Akers Media Group and as a freelance editor and a writer for The City Desk. At the beginning of her career, she served The Graceville News as a reporter and First Alabama Bank as a marketing assistant. Subsequently, Ms. Neely excelled as a clerk for the Tennessee Valley Authority and as a radio announcer for Cox Communication and WDEF AM/FM.

Over the years, Ms. Neely found success in writing and editing through her work with The Villages Daily Sun, Mitchell & Company and the Baptist Sunday School Board. In order to remain aware of changes in the field, she is affiliated with the Romance Writers of America, the Mystery Writers of America, the National Association of Female Executives, and the Fantasy, Futuristic and Paranormal Romance Writers. Throughout her career, Ms. Neely authored a number of published works, including "Witch's Awakening," "Awakening Magic," "True Nature" with her co-writer Jan Powell and short stories in "Murder New York Style: Fresh Slices" and "Murder New York Style: Family Matters."

A hardworking and dedicated professional, Ms. Neely has earned a certificate of business from Edmondson Junior College and worked toward a degree in journalism from Chattanooga State Community College. For her professional excellence, she was presented with two First Place Writing Awards and a Third Place Writing Award from the Florida Press Association. Looking toward the future, Ms. Neely hopes for continued success in her career.

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