About

Leo Kelley is a trans man writing fantastical stories with queer love at the center.

He has been an agent trainee in Hollywood, a wine consultant, a cheesemaker, and a goat farmer, all of which have helped him become the writer he is today. He was selected for the 2025-26 SmoochPit Mentorship Program.

He is based in Upstate NY where he lives with his three cats and during his days, advocates for farmer mental health.