Leisa Fail was born in Ipswich and spent her early years there before work opportunities took her to many parts of Queensland, including Cloncurry, Innisfail, and Cairns. Now settled on the Sunshine Coast, she draws inspiration from her Australian Brumby and the adventures they shared. Leisa writes heartwarming stories with anthropomorphic characters, weaving in gentle themes of mindfulness to help children navigate the challenges of modern life. Her tales celebrate imagination, friendship, and self-discovery, offering young readers relatable characters and meaningful messages in an engaging way.