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SIGNED PAPERBACK BOOK
PurchaseYou’ve faced heartbreak. You’ve searched for meaning. You’re not alone. Leigh-Ann's memoir offers a raw, honest journey through pregnancy loss and trauma - with unexpected humor woven throughout.
This isn’t just a story about grief. It’s a guide for anyone navigating the messy middle of healing. Leigh-Ann doesn’t sugarcoat the struggle, but she does illuminate the path forward with wit and wisdom.
You’ll laugh. You’ll cry. You’ll feel seen. Read the memoir that helps you rewrite your own story - with strength, resilience, and a touch of irreverence. Find out why this book is not about birds. -
SPEAKING SERVICES
ViewWhere resilience meets story.
Survive. Struggle. Thrive. Repeat. A pattern we're all too familiar with. Leigh-Ann’s speaking services are built around the real rhythm of resilience. She's lived it. Change and uncertainty don’t wait for the perfect moment to come into our lives. Sorry.
Leigh‑Ann speaks directly to that awkwardness where people are doing their best just to hold it together.
As an entrepreneur, author, and resilience coach, her talks help you reframe. To do that, she uses storytelling, humor, and actionable takeaways. Audiences walk away with language for what they’re experiencing and full permission to be human while doing it.
Book Leigh‑Ann to help your audience reconnect with the story they’re ready to tell next. -
STORY WRITING WORKSHOPS
Choose your workshopYou want to write your story, but getting started feels overwhelming. You’re not sure where to begin, what matters, or how to turn your lived experience into something meaningful on the page.
Or maybe you’ve already written a few chapters, but now you’re stuck. The story feels foggy or you’re unsure what belongs.
You’re not alone. Every writer hits this moment.
Join an intimate group of participants in workshops that meet your budget and pace. They're designed for small groups so there is room for all your questions.
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STORY COACHING
ViewThis is where your resilience meets your story.
You have a story worth telling - but you’re not sure where to start. Whether you're writing a memoir or you're not even sure where you want to go yet - we got you.
Translating lived experience into words, let alone a book, can feel overwhelming.
That’s where we come in.
Our book coaching services help you uncover, shape, and share your unique story with confidence. With personalized guidance tailored to meet you wherever you are - we make storytelling accessible and transformative.
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RESILIENCE COACHING
LearnEvery day, we navigate pressures that strain our mental health, drain our energy, and limit our potential. Resilience Coaching helps bridge that gap. Through evidence‑based resilience strategies and practical tools, we support individuals and organizations in managing stress, strengthening well‑being, and improving performance.
Certified through the Resilience Institute’s research‑driven program, Leigh-Ann translates complex resilience science into practical, actionable guidance. We offer support to individuals and organizations in building cultures where people feel equipped, capable, and confident navigating change.
Leigh-Ann Ouellet
You have a story that matters. But turning pain into purpose? That takes courage - and a guide who’s walked the path. At LAO Publishing, we believe stories can heal, connect, and transform. Our founder, Leigh-Ann Ouellet, knows this firsthand. After experiencing profound personal loss, she wrote Mourning Dove, a memoir of trauma and resilience that became the heartbeat of a bigger mission: to help others find strength in vulnerability and courage in their truth. LAO Publishing was born from that fire. We help storytellers like you shape your lived experience into something powerful—something that can change lives, starting with your own. If you’re ready to share your story, we’re ready to walk beside you.
Making a difference
A portion of proceeds at LAO Publishing will be donated to the IWK Foundation, supporting women and children's health and wellness across the Maritimes.
Survive. Struggle. Thrive. Repeat.
You weren’t meant to be unbreakable - you were meant to rebuild. Life moves in cycles: survival, struggle, growth, repeat. The challenge isn’t avoiding hardship - it’s learning to rise with more clarity, courage, and strength each time. That’s the rhythm of resilience. Our speaking services help audiences embrace their story, reframe setbacks, and rediscover their power. Because mental toughness isn’t about perfection - it’s about persistence. Let us help you build an event that moves people - from breakdown to breakthrough.
Consultation services
You have a story that matters - but sharing it can feel overwhelming. Whether you're writing a book, preparing a speech, or simply finding the courage to speak your truth, the fear of being vulnerable can hold you back. We get it. And we’re here to help. Through personalized coaching, we guide you to shape your story with clarity, impact, and heart. You’ll gain the tools to move from hesitation to empowerment - because your voice deserves to be heard. Let us help you turn your lived experience into lasting impact.