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Melissa Lester

Jan 12 2026

by Katelyn Whelan

Melissa Lester, editorial director of lifestyle at Hoffman Media, serves as editor ofSouthern Lady and Victoria magazines. She is passionate about developing writers while guiding the voice of publications devoted to gracious living.

Along with overseeing regular issues and special-interest publications, her role includes producing hardcover books, including Victoria-branded volumes Living with Roses, Splendor of Christmas, and The Comfort of Books & Tea: A Gentle Guide to Reading and Teatime. She is the author ofGracious Home: Cultivating a Spirit of Welcome, a heartfelt and personal invitation to create a place of belonging that rises up to meet you, embraces all who inhabit the space, and opens its arms wide in welcome.

Balancing the quiet hours of Melissa’s editorial work are opportunities to connect with readers through domestic and international Live Your Bliss Retreats, speaking engagements, and occasional video projects. She defines her life’s purpose as being a gentle encourager and finds inspiration in seeking, celebrating, and creating beauty.

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Katelyn is a graduate of the University of Notre Dame, where she earned a dual degree in Marketing & Visual Communication Design. Settling in her hometown of Savannah, GA, she has spent the past 5 years building a career working with female owned small businesses. From events to retail, she has learned the art of translating ideas into action. Specializing in digital marketing, she seeks to bring the passion of her clients to life through the power of social media & e-commerce. She is the digital arm of a design firm founded with her two sisters, The Whelan Girls.

When she is not working, you can find her at the beach. She loves spending time with her family and can whip up a killer batch of chocolate chip cookies.

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