Hi, I'm Leena Emily

I am a contemporary romance author hailing from Milwaukee, WI who is so close to being a published author and hoping my books one day find a home on your precious bookshelves.

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Novel #1 / Lost on Lanai 

Multiple Viewpoints • Escapist Setting • Life Upheaval • Journey to Self-Discovery

My first novel, Lost on Lanai, is a contemporary romance novel set in a tropical destination. The FMC goes on vacation, and let's just say it doesn't go quite as planned.

Release Date: November 11, 2026

Novel #2 / Writing

Enemies to Lovers • Escapist Setting • Healing from Heartbreak • Holiday

My second novel (name accouncement coming later) is a contemporary romance novel set in a unique and unexpected destination.

RELEASE DATE: TBD

Author Journey

5 Things I Learned While Writing (and Finishing Writing) the First Draft of My First Novel

5 Things I Learned While Writing (and Finishing...

Leena Kirt

Hey you! Thanks for visiting my little corner of the interwebs where I am sharing my learnings and journey to becoming a published author. I've been a reader and a...

5 Things I Learned While Writing (and Finishing...

Leena Kirt

Hey you! Thanks for visiting my little corner of the interwebs where I am sharing my learnings and journey to becoming a published author. I've been a reader and a...