L.M. Browning (She/they) is a writer, publisher, and advocate whose work spans over two decades and fourteen titles. They are the founder of Wayfarer Magazine and Wayfarer Books, independent platforms committed to amplifying voices from the margins. Browning's literary contributions have earned six Pushcart Prize nominations, the Gold Nautilus Medal for Poetry, multiple Foreword Review Book Awards, and the Nautilus Silver Medal in 2022. Their innovative approach to publishing led to two terms on the Board of Directors for the Independent Book Publishers Association, a TEDx talk at Yale University, and a degree from Harvard University through grant programs. A lifelong advocate for mental health, trans rights, and radical authenticity, Browning stepped into national conversations following their 2018 TEDx Talk on trauma, creativity, and survival.In 2022, Browning retired from writing.