Writing, editing, and strategic guidance for organizations, leaders, and authors.

I help people turn complex ideas, important messages, and ambitious projects into clear, compelling work.

Drawing on experience in communications, editorial strategy, ghostwriting, copywriting, and creative writing, I bring both range and senior-level judgment to the process — whether the project is a major report, an executive article, a website, or a book.

Services

Professional Writing, Editing & Communications

For organizations and leaders who need writing that is clear, credible, human, and ready to carry weight.

• Reports, white papers, and long-form content
• Thought leadership and executive communications
• Brand messaging and voice development
• Website and landing-page copywriting and content strategy
• Speeches and presentations
• Corporate, institutional, and documentary video scripts
• Structural, developmental, and line editing

I’m often brought in when the material is complex, sensitive, or not yet fully formed. In those cases, the real job is not simply writing it well, but figuring out what needs to be said and how to structure it.

One website rewrite I directed increased conversions 280%.

Clients have included Voice of America, Universal Studios, Twentieth Century Fox, the Bedford Falls Company, Omega Institute for Holistic Studies, FoodChain ID, Alliant Energy, K12, Leopard Communications, global health organizations, and many early-stage companies.

Ghostwriting — Books & Long-Form

I’ve ghostwritten books, articles, thought leadership, and executive communications, including articles for Steven Spielberg during my time at the Shoah Foundation.

If you have something important to say but need help finding its structure and voice, I can work with you from the earliest idea through a finished manuscript.

• Full-book ghostwriting — memoir, nonfiction, and business books
• Co-authorship and collaborative writing
• Book development and structural guidance
• Proposals, pitches, and supporting materials

Book Development & Creative Mentoring

For authors who want an experienced second set of eyes — and someone who understands both the craft of writing and the sometimes complicated process of bringing a book to life.

• Thoughtful, honest feedback on works in progress
• Help developing or finishing a novel, memoir, or nonfiction book
• Guidance on structure, voice, character, and theme
• Help working through creative blocks and resistance
• Developmental and line editing
• Strategic guidance on what to do next

My approach is collaborative. I won’t try to turn your book into my book. I want to understand what you’re trying to create and help the work become more fully yours.

Self-Publishing & Amazon KDP Support

For authors and organizations that want practical guidance through the self-publishing process.

• Manuscript polish and final editing
• Amazon KDP setup and upload
• Metadata, keywords, categories, and pricing
• Print and ebook publishing decisions
• Launch and promotional strategy

You don’t have to become an expert in every part of publishing. There are a lot of details to manage, and you can hand that work off to me.

Not sure where you fit?

That’s okay.

Some projects fall neatly into one of these categories; others don’t. If you have something you’re trying to write, shape, finish, or communicate and think I might be useful, reach out.

Most good projects start with a conversation.

See how the process works →

I have periodically worked with Warren over the last two years and he has helped me immensely.  His ideas, editorial insight, and thoughtful questions helped me clarify the deeper themes of my novel and bring more focus to the journey at its heart. He has a rare ability to respect a writer’s voice while gently helping the work find its truest form. His input made the book stronger, clearer, and more intentional.

 

Michael Don Schmit, author of Who Am I?