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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,...
alisonkilian
Jun 6, 20233 min read
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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...
alisonkilian
May 28, 20232 min read
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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...
alisonkilian
May 21, 20232 min read
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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....
alisonkilian
May 13, 20233 min read
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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...
alisonkilian
Apr 28, 20232 min read
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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...
alisonkilian
Apr 10, 20233 min read
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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,...
alisonkilian
Mar 23, 20231 min read
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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...
alisonkilian
Mar 15, 20231 min read
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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...
alisonkilian
Mar 4, 20234 min read
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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...
alisonkilian
Feb 28, 20232 min read
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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...
alisonkilian
Feb 18, 20232 min read
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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...
alisonkilian
Feb 12, 20232 min read
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When Authors Mix Fact and Fiction: A Look at John Grisham
John Grisham proves yet again that he's the master of the legal thriller—but that's not why I love to read his books. My go-to beach read...
alisonkilian
Feb 6, 20232 min read
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If You Wait for the Perfect Conditions to Write, You May Never Write At All
My mission: Prioritize creativity over perfectionism and write more consistently, even if the situation isn't ideal. (Possible spelling...
alisonkilian
Jan 26, 20232 min read
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Writers and Their Processes: How Do They Focus?
Writing requires concentration and persistence. How do the pros maintain consistent output? When I was younger, I assumed I'd always be...
alisonkilian
Jan 19, 20232 min read
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Ghostwriting Case Study: Prince Harry's "Spare" with ghostwriter J.R. Moehringer
Everyone is talking about the Duke of Sussex's memoir. I want to talk about the ghostwriter behind it. It's pretty much impossible to...
alisonkilian
Jan 12, 20232 min read
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I’m a Writer in a Creative Rut. Can TikTok Save Me?
I’ve wasted plenty of hours scrolling the clock app. Now, I’m betting on it to reinvigorate my creative spark. I used to write for fun....
alisonkilian
Jan 5, 20234 min read
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The Embarrassing Reason I Took a Side Gig Writing Book Reviews
"If you don't have time to read, you don't have the time (or the tools) to write" - Stephen King This quote from Stephen King is one I...
alisonkilian
May 6, 20222 min read
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Why We Need Stories
As long as humans have existed, they have strived to tell stories. These days, we read our stories on e-readers and tablets. We used to...
alisonkilian
Apr 23, 20222 min read
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Getting Interviews As a Writer: What I Learned From My Ex Job as a Journalist
People are busy, and their time is valuable. Getting a slice of it requires persistence—and some flexibility. I started my career as a...
alisonkilian
Apr 16, 20223 min read
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