Overview
I'm a ghostwriter and developmental editor, working on books, digital content, and executive communications.
I've written for startup founders, professors, scientists, the C-suite of Fortune 500 companies, and a whole bunch of folks in between. From business, to self help, to education, science for the masses, crypto, climate and beyond, I'm a quick study who is comfortable with a wide range of topics (and particularly adept at translating technical material for popular audiences).
My writing has appeared in Popular Science, Fortune, FT, LA Times, AP, and titles published by Berrett-Koehler, Crown, Palgrave Macmillan, Princeton University Press, and Weldon Owen. I have developed franchise titles for Pearson and Cengage, academic and narrative non-fiction titles for UC Press, professional titles for Jossey-Bass, and am the first call editor for one of Wiley's (New York Times) best-selling authors.
I also once tuned Neil Young's reed organ. Ask me about it sometime.
Services
Non-Fiction
Business & Management
Earth, Space, & Environmental Sciences
Education & Reference
Health & Wellbeing
Humanities & Social Sciences
Psychology
Self-Help & Self-Improvement
Technology
Languages
English (US)
Work experience
Self Employed
Oct, 2012 —
Present
Developmental editing and ghostwriting. One stop editorial shop. Past clients include Autodesk, Berrett-Koehler Publishers, Callisto Media, Cengage, Cerego, Future of Privacy Forum, The Hume Initiative, No Starch Press, Otherlab, Oxford University Press, Pearson, UC Press, Weldon Owen and Wiley/Jossey-Bass.
Some kind authors have said these nice things:
“Nic has been a great partner on every type of project we’ve done together. His editing, research, and writing skills are all first rate and he combines these with a collegial style that makes him a pleasure to collaborate with.” -Doug Lemov
“Nic was an incredible help to me as I edited and revised The New Confessions of an Economic Hit Man. His insights and suggestions were amazing!” -John Perkins
“Over the years I’ve worked with more than a dozen editors, and Nic’s work was the most thorough and thoughtful of them all.” -James L. Heskett
Block
Dec, 2024 —
Apr, 2026
(over 1 year)
Executive ghostwriting, narrative development, long-form storytelling, policy writing. Speeches, bylines, blogs, series concepts and production.
Visa
Aug, 2021 —
Dec, 2024
(over 3 years)
Editorial strategy and execution for in-house storytelling team. Feature development and executive ghostwriting: bylines, social, speeches, long-form content.
Portfolio
One of the most influential teaching guides ever—updated! Teach Like a Champion 2.0 is a complete update to the international bestseller. This teaching guide is a must-have for new and experienced teachers alike. Over 700,000 teachers around the world already ... read more
"The Modern Enneagram provides a concise, clear, and accurate introduction to the Enneagram. A wide range of knowledge and personal examples and illustrations make learning the Enneagram an easy and enjoyable process.”―Russ Hudson, co-author of The Wisdom of t... read more
Discover the ancient knowledge of chakra healing and restore balance to your mind, body, and spirit.Within all living beings are powerful centers of energy called chakras. Each chakra holds the potential for immense healing and restoration. However, learning h... read more
This is the first book on creating and running a social enterprise to combine theoretical discussions with current cases from around the world, filling a huge gap in the literature. It serves as an eminently practical blueprint for those who wish to build, sus... read more
From two experts on the psychology of behavior change comes A Mindful Year, the first book of its kind to join the age-old wisdom of mindfulness with cognitive behavioral science the best-tested set of practices for alleviating stress and anxiety.At a time whe... read more
#1 Amazon Bestseller in Self Help Anxiety is one of the number one mental health conditions affecting American adults, and one that many people suffer through alone. Anxiety, stress, and overwhelming negative emotions can get in the way of a fulfilling and rew... read more
Makers, get ready. This is your ultimate, must-have, tip-packed guide for taking your DIY projects to the next level—from basic wood- and metalworking skills to plugged-in fun with power tools, from cutting-edge electronics play to 3-D printing wizardry. Join ... read more
Whether the narcissist in your life is a boss, coworker, relative, or romantic partner, the exercises and advice in Unmasking Narcissism will help you set healthy boundaries and make sense of this complex and often painful issue. In this groundbreaking guide f... read more
"I fight because it’s not over. It doesn't end here."In this unique collection, individuals of all ages and stages share their experiences with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). Within these pages, you'll find an honest portrait of what it's like to live ... read more
Learn to be Your Own Therapist in 7 WeeksGetting through depression and anxiety requires changing the way you think. Retrain Your Brain: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in 7 Weeks does just that. Offering a simple and practical plan that anyone can follow, this i... read more
Why do we dream? Can taking a nap improve your memory? And why did we evolve to rise with the sun and doze off with the moon? We sleep every night, but it’s still very mysterious—scientists aren’t even 100 percent sure why we sleep. In this illuminating read, ... read more
Ever-expanding landfills, ocean gyres filled with floating plastic mush, endangered wildlife. Our garbage has become a massive and exponentially growing problem in modern society. Eco-entrepreneur Tom Szaky explores why this crisis exists and explains how can ... read more
Sewing Hope offers the first account of a bold challenge to apparel-industry sweatshops. The Alta Gracia factory in the Dominican Republic is the anti-sweatshop. It boasts a living wage three times the legal minimum, high health and safety standards, and a leg... read more
The workbook follows the same twenty-one-chapter format as the book. Each chapter includes four exercises with space to do the exercises on the pages. The workbook will also include a narrative character who is struggling with procrastination in her work and h... read more
To commemorate the 145th anniversary of Popular Science, this gorgeous, full-color, fun, and lively collection of retro covers from the magazine’s archives explores all those far-flung inventions that never quite made it off the drawing board—from flying cars ... read more
Shocking Bestseller: The original version of this astonishing tell-all book spent 73 weeks on the New York Times bestseller list, has sold more than 1.25 million copies, and has been translated into 32 languages. New Revelations: Featuring 15 explosive new cha... read more
Researchers have found that the accelerated pace of modern office life is taking its toll on productivity, employee engagement, creativity and well-being. Faced with a relentless flood of information and distractions, our brains try to process everything at on... read more
TEACH YOUR STUDENTS TO READ LIKE CHAMPIONS—WITH RIGOR, INDEPENDENCE, PRECISION, AND INSIGHT The world we are preparing our students to succeed in is one bound together by words and phrases. Our students learn their literature, history, math, science, or art vi... read more
A groundbreaking exploration of how finding one's way later in life can be an advantage to long-term achievement and happiness.“What Yogi Berra observed about a baseball game—it ain't over till it's over—is true about life, and [Late Bloomers] is the ultimate ... read more
What Does it Take to Get Ahead Now—And Stay There? High performance has always required shrewd strategy and superb execution. These factors remain critical, especially given today’s unprecedented business climate. But Rich Karlgaard—Forbes publisher, entrepren... read more
