Stack of books by Brian McDonald including My Father's Gun, Last Call at Elaine's, Five Floors Up, Safe Harbor, and Summer.

Brian McDonald

Author and Ghostwriter

Critically acclaimed author of six nonfiction books, I write stories that connect with readers. I’ve ghostwritten twelve published memoirs, including five New York Times bestsellers. My clients include athletes, television personalities, business executives, national politicians, and people with remarkable stories to tell. I write every word myself, and my work is known for being genuine and moving.

Five-star reviews for Brian McDonald from fellow authors.

“Brian McDonald is a wizard with words.”

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Malachy McCourt

Author of A Monk Swimming

Five-star author reviews highlighting Brian McDonald’s ghostwriting and books

“Brian McDonald doesn’t just tell stories — he knows them. “

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Turney Duff

Author of The Buy Side

Brian McDonald rated 5 stars by authors and clients

“(Brian) didn’t just capture my voice, he helped me find it.”

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Tom Hardin

Author of Wired on Wall Street (Feb 2026)

My Books

“A work of great insight and compassion,” T.J. English, author of The Westies.

“As compelling as the stories of the writers who made Elaine’s their home away from home,” Susan Cheever, author of Home Before Dark.

“a dramatic memoir of three generations of Irish-American police officers,” New York Times.

“The story has all the elements of a grand tragedy, and Beth’s life deserves this respectful chronicle.”–Library Journal.

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