Alex Leviton
Long-time (35 books and counting) Lonely Planet author and writer. Former editorial director and start-up co-founder. Master of Journalism from UC Berkeley's Graduate School of Journalism. I also help writers, students and organizations find and develop their voice.
If it requires the expert use of words, I’ve done it professionally: author and Lonely Planet writer, editorial consultant and communications strategist, writing instructor, coach, developmental editor, and one-time standup comic. I will help you find your voice. In fact, I’m currently writing a book about such things.

Recent Books
Trump’s America: The Complete Loser’s Guide with Scott Dikkers of The Onion (Simon & Schuster; April 2016)
Calm: Secrets to Serenity from Cultures Around the World (Lonely Planet; Jan 2014)
Happy: Secrets to Happiness from Cultures Around the World (Lonely Planet; Jan 2013)
Writing and Creative Coaching, Developmental Editing, Teaching
- One-on-one coaching on any project
- Teaching writing and creativity to your students or organization
- Developmental editing for essays or books
Communications Consulting and Editorial Strategy
- Twenty years’ experience at the highest levels of editorial leadership
- Consult on writing or communications for your business, startup or non-profit