Leonie Martin is a freelance writer and author of fiction and non-fiction, including publications within the financial services sector and as co-author on academic papers. Her first book, Multiple Sclerosis - the Essential Guide (Need2know Books, April 2010) was reviewed positively by health professionals and those affected by MS. Her second, Volunteering - the Essential Guide (October 2011) combines useful facts, guidance and experiences gathered from charities and volunteers across the UK. Leonie contributes regular 'people features' and Dining Out reviews for a Derbyshire lifestyle magazine. Her latest commission is for a Derbyshire school: 150 Years of St Mary's Catholic High School, Chesterfield (Due out 2014)