ABOUT JACKIE GOLDMAN

I'm an award-winning ghostwriter and narrative consultant specializing in memoir, narrative non-fiction, and complex book-length projects that require deep research, skilled interviewing, and absolute discretion.

Experience & Credentials

Over the past decade, I've partnered with clients on high-stakes, sensitive, and research-intensive projects including:

• Civil rights biography in collaboration with the family of a close personal friend to both Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X

• "Stolen Identity" (ghostwritten) - Amazon Bestseller in multiple categories, maintaining continuous chart presence since 2023

• Executive memoirs and legacy projects for high-net-worth clients and families preserving significant historical narratives

• Personal memoirs for clients across diverse backgrounds who value professional craft and authentic storytelling​

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I'm also the author of three works of literary fiction, including "AWAKENING" (Finalist, Publisher's Weekly Booklife Contest; Honorable Mention, Reader Choice Literary Awards) and the critically acclaimed collection "BEAUTIFUL MINDS."

Education

• Master of Arts, Children's Literature | Hollins University

• Bachelor of Arts, History | New York University

• Canadian Teaching Certification | St. Bonaventure University

My Approach

I fell in love with narrative writing in college when I interviewed my grandmother about the Great Depression for a history paper. That experience taught me something I carry into every project: everyone has a story with valuable experiences, insights, and observations worth preserving.

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What sets my work apart is my ability to conduct deep-dive interviews (typically 50+ hours per project), capture and maintain authentic client voice, and navigate sensitive or complex subject matter with professionalism and care. I'm a strategic listener who knows how to ask the right questions—and when to follow the story wherever it leads.

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My background in history gives me the research skills to verify details and build context. My fiction training helps me structure narrative arc and develop compelling prose. But the most important skill I bring is something harder to quantify: I understand that your story is not mine. My job is to honor your voice, respect your vision, and deliver a manuscript that reflects your truth with the craft and professionalism it deserves.

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Originally from Canada, I now live in Brooklyn, New York, and work with clients nationwide and internationally. Before becoming a full-time writer, I taught fifth grade—an experience that taught me patience, humor, and how to explain complex ideas clearly (skills I use in every client interview).

Working Together

I manage the entire book lifecycle: from initial concept and interviewing through structural editing, tone alignment, and publication coordination. Whether you're working on an executive memoir, a family legacy project, or a narrative that requires investigative research, I bring the same commitment to quality and confidentiality.

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Ready to discuss your project? Contact me below to schedule a confidential consultation and request writing samples.