alisonkilian
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...
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alisonkilian
Mar 152 min
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....
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alisonkilian
Jan 161 min
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...
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alisonkilian
Jan 122 min
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....
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alisonkilian
Jan 62 min
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...
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alisonkilian
Jun 23, 20233 min
Unlocking Nostalgia: The Allure of Revisiting our Favorite Childhood Books as Adults
I may be "grown up" (ugh) but I remain fascinated by some of the books I loved as a kid. Why do our favorite tales from childhood have...
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alisonkilian
Jun 14, 20232 min
From Microcosms to Masterpieces: The Art of the Short Story
Short stories are compact yet powerful, allowing authors to explore new ideas and flex their creative muscles between longer projects. As...
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alisonkilian
Jun 10, 20233 min
Getting INSPIRED (not discouraged!) by Other Writers' Talents
As a writer and avid reader, I sometimes get intimidated—or downright discouraged—by the immense talents of other writers. I've decided...
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alisonkilian
Jun 6, 20233 min
Why We Love Thrillers (It's Not Just About the Adrenaline)
Some readers dismiss the thriller genre as adrenaline-pumping fluff, designed only to shock and awe. I think it goes deeper. As a writer,...
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alisonkilian
May 28, 20232 min
Finding Your Perfect Ghostwriter Is a Lot Like Dating
You wouldn't settle when looking for love. You also shouldn't settle when looking for a ghostwriter. When you decide to work with a...
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alisonkilian
May 21, 20232 min
Get Lost In This Book: 'Shrines of Gaiety,' by Kate Atkinson
On Kate Atkinson, AI, and the rare gift of forgetting the real world in a great book. When the world feels overwhelming (which it often...
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alisonkilian
May 13, 20233 min
How to Support an Author In Doubt
Cheerleading is a critical part of the ghostwriter's job. I ghostwrite both fiction and nonfiction, so the topic areas I cover are broad....
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alisonkilian
Apr 28, 20232 min
Ghostwriting Case Study Hillary Clinton's "It Takes a Village" with Ghostwriter Barbara Feinman Todd
Welcome to ghostwriting scandals 101. Ghostwriting can give you an exhilarating peek into intriguing worlds you never thought you'd be...
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alisonkilian
Apr 10, 20233 min
What To Do When You Get Stuck on a Book Project
Road blocks are inevitable. Be prepared to handle them. Starting a manuscript is incredibly exciting. Finishing a manuscript? Even more...
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alisonkilian
Mar 23, 20231 min
Short Story Publication Announcement!
For a quick, creepy read, check out "The Scrabble Player" on Literally, Stories. I'm pleased to announce that one of my short stories,...
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alisonkilian
Mar 15, 20231 min
Adults Who Believe in Fairytales? There's an Adaptation for That
Some stories never get old. Fairytales aren't just for kids anymore. A lot of modern fairytale adaptations have seen huge success in...
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alisonkilian
Mar 4, 20234 min
What's It Like Working With a Ghostwriter?
Here's what to know if you're working with a ghost for the first time. When I’m interviewing a new potential client, the most frequent...
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alisonkilian
Feb 28, 20232 min
What I'm Reading Now: Agatha Christie's 'Death on the Nile'
The classic by the Queen of Mystery is still one of my favorite puzzles. Agatha Christie is widely known as the Queen of Mystery. She...
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alisonkilian
Feb 18, 20232 min
3 Books You Probably Didn't Know Were Ghostwritten
Your favorite authors are lying to you. When I tell people what I do for a living, I'm often met with a giant question mark. Once I've...
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alisonkilian
Feb 12, 20232 min
Self-Editing as a Writer: A Lesson in Humility
Editing your own writing can be humbling but also offers plenty of humor. Self-editing is part of any writing job. Sure, an editor...
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