Gillian Leggat writes Christian children’s books and adult Christian fiction. She is the author of more than ninety books. At present, she is focusing on writing Christian fiction. Her recent published titles include three Christian picture books for young children, an exciting YA fantasy trilogy, an adult Christian novel and a memoir about bereavement. 

As an experienced teacher and writer of many different genres, she loves to share her skills with both adults and children. She offers a writing workshop on how to write a book, evaluates manuscripts of aspiring writers and has designed various writing modules for the Bergvliet Continuing Education programme. Currently, she teaches English at the Valley Tutor Centre in Fishhoek where she lives.

She enjoys walking on the beach, attending cultural activities – when not in lockdown – and being involved in her local church. She has three adult children and two grandchildren.