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alisonkilian
Jan 312 min read
The Value of Storytelling in Science Communications
Storytelling can be invaluable in communicating about complex topics, especially when targeting non-specialists. Media from Wix Moana....
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alisonkilian
Jan 252 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. Media from Wix 𝐈'𝐦...
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alisonkilian
Jan 172 min read
#AskAGhost: I only have a vague idea for a book ... Is that enough?!
The latest in the my #AskAGhost series, which addresses common questions I get as a ghostwriter. Photo by Miguel Á. Padriñán:...
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alisonkilian
Jan 102 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.
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alisonkilian
Jan 12 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.
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alisonkilian
Nov 29, 20241 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...
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alisonkilian
Nov 22, 20242 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...
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alisonkilian
Nov 1, 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...
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alisonkilian
Jul 1, 20243 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...
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alisonkilian
Mar 15, 20242 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....
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alisonkilian
Jan 16, 20241 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...
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alisonkilian
Jan 12, 20242 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....
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alisonkilian
Jan 6, 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...
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alisonkilian
Jun 23, 20233 min read
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 read
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 read
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 read
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 read
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 read
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 read
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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