Leslie Bradford-Scott's life reads like fiction: a childhood marked by secrets, an unconventional path into the U.S. Coast Guard, the creation of a multimillion-dollar business, and a decades-long search to uncover the truth about her father's hidden life. In this engaging presentation, Leslie shares her journey from entrepreneur to bestselling author, exploring the power of curiosity, critical thinking, resilience, and storytelling. Students gain insight into the writing process, the importance of asking difficult questions, and how personal experiences can be transformed into meaningful stories. The presentation encourages young people to think independently, challenge assumptions, and recognize that their own stories have value. A Q&A session allows students to discuss writing, publishing, entrepreneurship, and life lessons learned along the way.