
About me
I can help you write your next book.
After a career in the restaurant business in Manhattan, which included over a decade at the famous writer and celebrity hangout, Elaine’s, my life took a write turn. I was into my thirties when I completed an undergraduate media studies program at Fordham University and then went on to obtain a master’s in journalism from Columbia University.
a best-selling author
A proven track record.
Since then, I’ve authored six non-fiction books, including two critically acclaimed memoirs. I also help other people craft published memoirs. As a ghostwriter, I’ve worked with sports stars, internet influencers, hedge fund managers, TV and news personalities, and elected officials, more than a dozen published ghostwriting project in all, five of which made the New York Times bestseller list.


LET’S WRITE YOUR LEGACY
Your story, your legacy.
To each project, I bring a dogged determination to find the most compelling aspects of your story and an authentic voice to the page.
I’m picky about projects, taking on only those big, legacy-defining stories where we can create something extraordinary together. Ready to make your story the one everyone’s talking about? Let’s get started.
WORK WITH a celebrated author
Your vision, my commitment.
Author Brian McDonald has a proven track record, delivering masterpieces both as an author and ghostwriter to the stars.
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.
3
#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.