Leah McClellan – Selected published work
You can learn more about my work and read testimonials on my editing page.
The Top 10 Countries To Retire in According to a Recent Study
Here’s an article that breaks down a recent global study that ranks the best countries to retire abroad. I used the report’s methodology to select specific details about costs, visa requirements, taxes, health care, safety, and quality of life. I also researched each choice to include details for reader-friendly content.
FinanceBuzz Articles
From retirement destinations and real estate to grocery savings and consumer trends, my FinanceBuzz articles turn research and data into useful, reader-friendly guidance. This collection shows my range across personal finance, travel, lifestyle, and SEO-driven content.
How to Teach AI Your Brand Values and Voice
I edited and partially rewrote this article, focusing on clarity, accuracy, structure, and readability. My experience with AI training and evaluation helps me recognize common weaknesses in LLM output, including repetition, vague wording, factual issues, and inconsistent tone.
Selected Articles Published on Scripted
Here’s a selection of articles I wrote for Scripted on AI, content strategy, brand voice, automation, and human-AI collaboration. The collection demonstrates my experience with long-form digital content, research-heavy topics, clear organization, and careful attention to accuracy, readability, and tone.
Before-and-After AI Article Edit
A side-by-side sample showing how I transformed an AI-generated roofing article into clear, accurate, publication-ready content. I fact-checked industry and licensing details, removed repetition, improved tone and readability, strengthened the structure, and incorporated target keywords.
Operation De-Robotify: The Complete Guide to Humanizing AI Writing
Author and editor of an ebook and practice bundle on revising and editing AI-generated or AI-assisted drafts. I also formatted the ebook, created the cover on Canva, wrote the description, and uploaded it to Amazon.
10 Eco-Friendly Benefits of Bottleless Water Coolers
This branded blog post for Brio Water highlights the environmental benefits of bottleless water coolers, from reducing plastic waste and carbon emissions to supporting sustainable workplace practices. It blends educational content with a clear, persuasive tone to engage eco-conscious readers. The piece demonstrates my ability to write for brands in sustainability, clean tech, and environmental responsibility sectors.
Morning Hydration Routine: Why It’s Important
This is a branded blog post focused on lifestyle and habit-building, published as part of Brio Water’s customer education series. It explains why starting your day with a glass of water can benefit your health, including improved cognitive function, metabolism, digestion, and overall well-being. The article also offers practical tips for building a morning hydration habit and explores long-term health benefits.
Water Week 2025: Clean Water for Everyone
Here’s a 900-word awareness article about Water Week 2025 in Washington, D.C. It includes target keywords and other key SEO elements, appropriate brand tone, and a call to action (CTA) according to the client’s content brief.
The Top 5 Content Marketing Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Long-form content that highlights content marketing mistakes and how to correct them.
What’s the Difference Between Editing and Proofreading?
This article explains the difference between editing and proofreading in an easy-to-read style for writers, business owners, and content managers. The goal is to demystify editorial terms and clarify when each step is needed. It reflects my ability to structure information logically, write for both creative and business audiences, and explain nuanced topics with accuracy and warmth. It demonstrates my voice and experience in writing for marketing-related industries.
Find Your Missing Peace – A Practical Guide – Excerpt
Find Your Missing Peace is a 34,000-word ebook I wrote and edited for a broad audience seeking practical ways to reduce stress and reconnect with inner calm. The tone is warm and encouraging, combining real-life experience with actionable advice. This excerpt includes the table of contents, introduction, and selected sections to highlight my voice, structure, and ability to convey complex topics clearly. Ideal for wellness, personal growth, or lifestyle brands looking for engaging, high-quality content written with care. Available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble.
More articles on wellness, lifestyle, spiritual beliefs, and writing.
Slash Your Food Costs and Eat Better
The Rabbit Hole of Stuff: Why We Can’t Buy Our Way to Happiness
Hanukkah and Traditional Jewish Healing Practices