She currently works on an acute care orthopedic and rehabilitation unit with school age and adolescent patients in Portland, Oregon. In 2013, she completed a nursing residency at American Family Children's Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin where she worked with children from birth to 18 years on a medical-surgical acute care unit. Additionally, Marleigh holds a BA in English and Psychology from the University of New Mexico and an MA from the University of Washington in English Literature. Marleigh has been teaching and tutoring writing at the college level since 2004, and enjoys working with students from all disciplines. She also enjoys editing written work and mentoring students. In her spare time, Marleigh likes to spend time with her husband and their dog. She also likes reading fiction, listening to podcasts, yoga, and running.