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Identifying Publishing Scams
Publishing scams are running rampant. Learn how to identify them and protect your story.
alisonkilian
May 212 min read


When Reality Reads Like a Novel: The Power of Storytelling in Nonfiction
Careless People: A Cautionary Tale of Power, Greed, and Lost Idealism, by Sarah Wynn-Williams, showcases the power of storytelling in nonfiction narratives.
alisonkilian
May 12 min read


World Book Day 2025: What Are You Reading Today?
I primarily ghostwrite nonfiction (although I have ghosted a few romance novels🌹) but when I read, fiction tends to win out. In honor of #WorldBookDay, here's a quick peek at my current read.
alisonkilian
Apr 231 min read


#AskAGhost: How long will it take to write my book with a ghostwriter?
As a rule, it takes six months to take a manuscript from raw concept to final copy edit. However, there are always exceptions to the rule.
alisonkilian
Apr 172 min read


Do You Trust Your Ghostwriter?
Ghostwriting is a collaborative creative process, making trust between author and ghostwriter essential. So, do you trust your ghost?
alisonkilian
Apr 92 min read


How I Got My Start As a Ghostwriter
When people ask me how I became a ghostwriter, I tell them that I got my start writing for non-native English-speaking executives in Brussels. But that's not quite true ...
alisonkilian
Mar 122 min read


#AskAGhost: What if I don't want to talk about myself in my book?
The #AskAGhost 👻 series answers common questions ghostwriters get from clients and potential clients. This week's topic: "What if I don't want to talk about myself in my book?"
alisonkilian
Feb 202 min read


The Value of Storytelling in Science Communications
Storytelling can be invaluable in communicating about complex topics, especially when targeting non-specialists.
alisonkilian
Jan 312 min read


Why Should You Care About National Thesaurus Day?
Our vocabularies are shrinking. National Thesaurus Day is a nice reminder to revisit lesser-used words.
alisonkilian
Jan 252 min read


#AskAGhost: I only have a vague idea for a book ... Is that enough?!
The #AskAGhost 👻 series answers common questions ghostwriters get from clients and potential clients. This week's topic: "I only have a vague idea for my book. Is that enough?!"
alisonkilian
Jan 172 min read


#AskAGhost: Can my book include other voices?
A common question I get as a ghostwriter: "Can I include other voices in my book?" Yes! Your ghostwriter can even take care of it for you.
alisonkilian
Jan 102 min read


2024: A Year of Storytelling
2024 was my busiest year yet as a ghostwriter. I've got a lot to be thankful for. These people make it possible.
alisonkilian
Jan 12 min read


Finding Inspiration in Books from Childhood
Some heroes are fictional. One of mine is Jo March. Today's plan: a writing vortex. Although I no longer live in the US, most of the...
alisonkilian
Nov 29, 20241 min read


Writing a Book as a Legacy Piece
In business book writing, there's a lot of talk about using books to generate leads or boost a brand. But a book can also have a very...
alisonkilian
Nov 22, 20242 min read


Allow for Character Development in Your Thought Leadership Book
When writing a thought leadership book, it's important to demonstrate your authority—but it's just as important to share who you were...
alisonkilian
Nov 1, 20242 min read


My Double Life as a Ghostwriter
The bulk of my ghostwriting focuses on business topics. However, I also ghostwrite fiction—and I think my nonfiction writing is all the...
alisonkilian
Jul 1, 20243 min read


London Book Fair 2024: A Book Lover's Paradise
This year's LBF addressed everything from diversity in publishing to the ethics of artificial intelligence and mental health for writers....
alisonkilian
Mar 15, 20242 min read


It's Book Launch Day—Time to Celebrate!
Anyone who works in publishing knows, launch days are the BEST! As a ghostwriter, I love celebrating the authors I work with on launch...
alisonkilian
Jan 16, 20241 min read


Why I Create a Playlist for Every Book Project I Do
Ghostwriters need to adapt to each client's unique voice. I've found music can help. Every book project I work on gets its own playlist....
alisonkilian
Jan 12, 20242 min read


Publishing Events to Look Forward to in 2024
Publishing events are a chance to geek out about books, writing, and reading. Here's what on my 2024 roster. I was recently at a social...
alisonkilian
Jan 6, 20242 min read
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