Brian McDonald

Author

Critically acclaimed author of six nonfiction books, I write stories that connect with readers. I've also 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.

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12+
Published Books

Transforming dreams into reality, Brian has guided over a dozen authors from a spark of an idea to celebrated books gracing bookstore shelves.

5
New York Times Best Sellers

Brian has crafted five gripping bestsellers, helping authors partner with top literary agents and editors at the Big Five publishers to captivate readers nationwide.

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#1 New York Times Best Sellers

Elevating stories to the pinnacle of success, three of Brian's ghostwritten works have claimed the coveted #1 spot on the New York Times bestseller list, turning visions into literary triumphs.

★★★★★

"Brian McDonald is a wizard with words."

Malachy McCourt
Malachy McCourt
Author of Death Need Not Be Fatal
★★★★★

"Brian McDonald doesn't just tell stories — he knows them."

Turney Duff
Turney Duff
Author of The Buy Side
★★★★★

"(Brian) didn't just capture my voice, he helped me find it."

Tom Hardin
Tom Hardin
Author of Wired on Wall Street

My Books

Cover of Five Floors Up by Brian McDonald

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

Cover of Last Call at Elaine's by Brian McDonald

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

Cover of My Father's Gun by Brian McDonald

"A dramatic memoir of three generations of Irish-American police officers," New York Times.

Cover of Safe Harbor by Brian McDonald

"The story has all the elements of a grand tragedy, and Beth's life deserves this respectful chronicle."--Library Journal.

Your vision, my commitment.

Author Brian McDonald has a proven track record, delivering masterpieces both as an author and ghostwriter to the stars.

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