Jacqueline Garlick

Jacqueline Garlick – Ghostwriter

Award-winning author/ghostwriter/coach of 25+ books, including New York Times bestsellers; craft gripping, unforgettable novels and memoirs.

Overview

“Behind every great book is a voice that knows how to listen—my job is to turn your vision into words that captivate.”

I’m a top professional ghostwriter with a track record of shaping manuscripts that have secured six-figure publishing deals, landed with Big Five publishers, and reached the New York Times list. I specialize in fiction—especially young adult, fantasy, historical, comedy, adult romance, rom-coms, romantic fantasy, women’s fiction, thrillers, mysteries, cozy mysteries—bringing polish and passion to every genre.

Experience highlights:

* Ghostwriter, plot consultant, and developmental editor on a bestselling YA post-apocalyptic series acquired by a Big Five publisher and later a New York Times bestseller.

* Ghostwriter and developmental editor on a YA historical trilogy (all three books) that sold at auction to a Big Five house for six figures.

* Partnered with numerous authors, including New York Times and USA Today best-sellers, to craft manuscripts with authentic voice, strong prose, compelling pacing, and that all-important “can’t put it down” factor.

* Author of best-selling non-fiction book(s) on best writing practices for authors.

* Ghostwriter and editor for non-fiction books including a tribute to survivors of cancer, which included some new age best health practices, and a tough love approach to business management by winning your employees over through risk and rewards.

* Well versed in how to create winning book proposals for projects considered and accepted by NY publishing houses.

What I bring to every project:

* Ability to capture your unique voice and vision.

* Expertise in creating books that are not just well-written but commercially viable.

* A collaborative, intuitive, and reliable working style that makes the process seamless and enjoyable.

My process:

* I pride myself on making the process not only productive, but accessible, conducting business by phone, Zoom, WhatAps, or the app of your choice.

* In me you'll have a partner who is creative, reliable, and deeply invested in bringing your vision to life.

My clients include:

* Well-known, bestselling YA authors with powerful stories to tell.

If you’re ready to turn your concept into a manuscript let’s take your idea, your vision, your story—and transform it into a book that truly shines.

“Your story deserves more than words on a page—it deserves impact, heart, and captivating prose.”

Projects of Interest:

Non Fiction (in particular business centred inspirational/reflective-think anything by Tony Robbins or non-fiction like Think & Grow Rich, or Let Them by Mel Robbins or Atomic Habits), Memoirs (especially real life stories like Nobody's Girl or The Glass Castle, and/or crime related like Chasing Evil) Romance, Rom Com's, Mysteries (cozy and other), Thrillers, Women's Fiction, Fantasy (Romantasy).

Projects I'm Not Interested In: Romances containing elicit sexual content kink, or violence. Sci-Fi genre novels. It's just not my thing.

Services
Non-Fiction
Business & Management Health & Wellbeing Writing & Publishing
Fiction
Cozy Mysteries Psychological Thriller Romantic Comedy Women's Fiction Young Adult Fantasy
Languages
English (CAN)

Work experience

Self-employed

Mar, 2019 — Present
Author of over 20 books, including two traditionally published YA Fantasy novels published by Skyscape/Amazon, and 18 self published books, including genres of cozy mystery, YA mystery, YA fantasy/romance, romantic comedy, women's fiction, and non-fiction instructional books for authors on craft. Also completed a ghost writing project on a non-fiction book focused on survivors of cancer and best health practices.

Self-employed

May, 2010 — Present
Ghostwriting/author/story consultant/developmental editor, working with authors on Big Five publications. Writing Event/Conference Organizer-Owner of Novel Gurus, and Organizer of the Niagara Writer's Cross-border Conference.

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rodney F.

rodney F.

Jun, 2026

After vetting several companies and even starting and failing with several other writers, I found Reedsy and Jacqueline Garlick. What a Godsend. I'm a non-writer and working with Jacqueline has been an absolute joy and an invaluable experience for my series. From day one, it was clear that she di...
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Tina C.

Tina C.

Jun, 2026

Wonderful experience. Will definitely work with Jacqueline again.
Tina C.

Tina C.

Apr, 2026

Working with Jacqueline was a wonderful decision for both myself and my manuscript. She was thorough, professional, and genuinely invested in the work. Her feedback was detailed and she had a clear sense of both the big picture and the finer details. I came away from the process having learned a ...
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Jacqueline G.
Thank you so much, Tina. I appreciate your lovely words and recommendation. I too am looking forward to working with you again. :) Sincerely, Jacqueline

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