Leonie Anderson
Children's Author

Leonie Anderson Children's AuthorLeonie Anderson Children's AuthorLeonie Anderson Children's Author

About Me

A zebra family standing together in a dry grassy area.

My Background

I was born and raised in sunny South Africa. After graduating from university, I worked in England, before moving to the United States with my family. But no matter where I live, my heart will always belong to Africa. 

Nkosi Sikilela iAfrika (God bless Africa)

Two children and an elephant in an African village setting on a book cover.

My Books

Larceny in Limpopo (African National Park Mysteries #1)

https://books2read.com/Larceny-in-Limpopo


Book Summary: 

Nunu Malone was looking forward to a carefree summer of gaming, but thanks to his bossy twin sister, Nandi, he’s stuck in a wildlife detective camp in the heart of the African bush. Their first assignment? An anti-poaching mission

Larceny in Limpopo (African National Park Mysteries #1)

https://books2read.com/Larceny-in-Limpopo


Book Summary: 

Nunu Malone was looking forward to a carefree summer of gaming, but thanks to his bossy twin sister, Nandi, he’s stuck in a wildlife detective camp in the heart of the African bush. Their first assignment? An anti-poaching mission in Limpopo National Park. When the mission evolves into a murder investigation, the twins receive some unexpected help from a gutsy ghost, a mischievous monkey, and a tenacious terrier. Can the twins and their menagerie of misfits outsmart a ruthless gang of criminals before they become the next victims?


Larceny in Limpopo explores the link between wildlife trafficking and zoonotic diseases, such as Ebola, in an educational and entertaining way, and aims to spark discussions about wildlife conservation and empower children with information to keep themselves and their communities safe.  


To support the many dedicated and hardworking wildlife conservationists across Africa, I donate a portion of my book sales to WWF (World Wildlife Fund).


Coming soon! 

Narcissist in Namaqua (African National Park Mysteries #2)

A mother rhinoceros and her calf stand near a water body in a natural habitat.

My Hobbies

My Hobbies

I enjoy traveling and exploring the natural world, and my goal is to visit as many of the world's national parks as I can in my lifetime. I also love reading and following current events. 

Fun facts about me: I used to work as a lawyer, before I became a children's author. I'm also a huge dog-lover, and my beloved canine companions have always been my best friends.


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Ex Africa semper aliquid novi - Out of Africa always something new 

(Pliny the Elder)


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