Michelle Kelly - Ghostwriter
Bestselling author and ghostwriter. I can help you tell your story the way you want it to be told!
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Overview
I'm an experienced writer and number one bestselling author and I'm passionate about writing and helping people to tell a good story, their way. As a multi-experienced, USA Today bestselling ghostwriter, I will collaborate with you to produce a book you can be proud of and that your readers will love!
I have been traditionally published with major publishers including Random House Group, HarperCollins and St Martins Press in the US, in both the romance and crime genres. I have had a number of bestselling titles including 'When I Wasn't Watching' which went to number one in the mainstream fiction chart in both the UK and Australia in 2014. I've been incredibly blessed in my writing career so far and one of my biggest joys is helping other writers to achieve their dreams. As a ghostwriter I specialise in personal growth, memoir, crime and romance - particularly the subgenres paranormal, historical and suspense.
I have also both written and edited non-fiction including memoir, green technology, creative writing tutorials and pregnancy and birth. I enjoy writing across a wide range of subjects so if you have a non-fiction title or content I would love to collaborate with you on this! I am a trained and qualified psychotherapeutic counsellor also and so am a great fit for your self-help or popular psychology title.
The best thing about being a writer, as well as the freedom and flexibility, is the genuine joy I get from my work and from helping people see their ideas come to life. As a result you can rest assured I will be committed to your project, work to agreed deadlines and hold myself to a high standard of professional ethics.
Get in touch to discover the next steps for your story...
I have been traditionally published with major publishers including Random House Group, HarperCollins and St Martins Press in the US, in both the romance and crime genres. I have had a number of bestselling titles including 'When I Wasn't Watching' which went to number one in the mainstream fiction chart in both the UK and Australia in 2014. I've been incredibly blessed in my writing career so far and one of my biggest joys is helping other writers to achieve their dreams. As a ghostwriter I specialise in personal growth, memoir, crime and romance - particularly the subgenres paranormal, historical and suspense.
I have also both written and edited non-fiction including memoir, green technology, creative writing tutorials and pregnancy and birth. I enjoy writing across a wide range of subjects so if you have a non-fiction title or content I would love to collaborate with you on this! I am a trained and qualified psychotherapeutic counsellor also and so am a great fit for your self-help or popular psychology title.
The best thing about being a writer, as well as the freedom and flexibility, is the genuine joy I get from my work and from helping people see their ideas come to life. As a result you can rest assured I will be committed to your project, work to agreed deadlines and hold myself to a high standard of professional ethics.
Get in touch to discover the next steps for your story...
Services
Languages
English (AUS)
English (CAN)
English (NZ)
English (UK)
English (US)
Non-Fiction
Biographies & Memoirs
Psychology
Self-Help & Self-Improvement
Fiction
Cozy Mysteries
Historical Romance
Paranormal Romance
Romantic Suspense
Certifications
- BA Hons Social Studies
- Ad Dip Psychotherapeutic Counselling
Work experience
Editorial Manager
Greenstream Publishing
March, 2014
–
September, 2017
(over 3 years)
• Running a small office, proficient with administrative and organisational tasks
• Handling social media accounts, sales and marketing – including copywriting, website management and press releases
• Managing publishing contracts, calculating author royalties and overseeing editing and proofing process
• Developmental editing across a range of texts
Freelance writer
Self-employed
February, 2011
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Present
(about 12 years)
• Bestselling author of popular novels 'When I Wasn't Watching' and 'Eyes Wide Open' among others. Writing as Michelle Kelly
• Range of articles published in local and national publications including health and wellbeing publications
• Freelance services including ghostwriting, editorial and content management for a diverse range of clients including bestselling authors, charities and tech start-ups.
Portfolio (13 selected works)
When I Wasn't Watching
Michelle Kelly
Every parent’s worst nightmare... Eight years ago, Lucy and Ethan Randall’s little boy, Jack, was abducted and murdered by teenager Terry Prince. A moment’s distraction had ripped a family apart – and with the loss of their son came the collapse of the Randalls’ marriage. Tortured by memories, Lucy was left to battle her grief while raising her remaining son alone. Now, Jack’s killer has walke... read more
Eyes Wide Open
Michelle Kelly
She was supposed to keep them safe.She was their only hope and she had failed. Fifteen year old Jenna’s parents would never approve of her new boyfriend. But he says he loves her. So, even if she hates the way his friends look at her, nothing will stop Jenna sneaking out. After all, what her parents don’t know about her could fill a book. On the other side of town, social worker Rachael Morris... read more
The Virgin Courtesan (Mills & Boon Historical Undone)
Michelle Kelly
Penniless and homeless, beautiful Juliana Hearnshaw’s virginity is her most bankable asset, and now the gently-bred young woman must sell herself to a wealthy, elderly patron who will pay handsomely for her company. But on her way to her first assignation, Juliana falls into the hands of a mysterious highwayman - who makes no secret of his desire for her! Juliana should be afraid – only someho... read more
The Rake of Glendir (Mills & Boon Historical Undone)
Michelle Kelly
Scotland 1809 Jasper, Laird of Glendir, notorious womanizer and spy, has reluctantly returned home for his current mission. The ghosts of the past surround him, although one "apparition" running through his estate at night proves to be very tempting–the half-naked Lady Amelia Hedburn. The rake in Jasper cannot resist his new neighbor's obvious charms–until he discovers she's a virgin. After a ... read more
Borgia Fever (Mills & Boon Historical Undone)
Michelle Kelly
Summoned to Rome for her skills as an apothecary, Bella has already had more than enough of the wickedly decadent papal court. Though protected—for now—by the powerful Borgia family, she knows her very life depends on accomplishing the task she has been set. But perhaps the greatest danger Bella faces is her own desire for the darkly seductive Marco Corelli, better known as the Rogue Assassin.... read more
Downward Facing Death
Michelle Kelly
After ten years away, Keeley Carpenter is excited to be back in Belfrey, the traditional English village hometown she fled as a shy teen, with a plan to reopen her father's neglected butcher shop as a yoga café, where she will sell delicious vegetarian food by day and teach yoga classes at night. However the more traditional residents of Belfrey do not take kindly to this idea-or really anythi... read more
A Death at the Yoga Café
Michelle Kelly
Keeley Carpenter has found her center. After returning to Befrey, the traditional English village she called home ten years ago, she’s opened her dream yoga café, which doubles as both a yoga studio and a delicious vegetarian café. Even better, Keeley is dating handsome Detective Ben Taylor, and things are beginning to look serious.Too bad things never seem to run smoothly for long. Eager to g... read more
Borgia Heat
Michelle Kelly
An unexpected reunion has Giovanni leScala playing the game of his life for the woman he thought lost to him forever. Danger, intrigue, and passion ... Michelle Kelly brings the glittering court of the Borgia Pope to life in her new historical romance, Borgia Heat.Italy 1503. When Giovanni leScala, bodyguard to the notorious Borgia clan, is ordered to oversee at the hotly gossiped about Summer... read more
Happy Birth Happy Baby
Kelly Palmer
Have a positive birth for you and your baby; and heal the world in the process! Birth is powerful. A happy birth is one that empowers you to make the choices that are best for you and your baby. Birth makes a difference; to mothers, to babies and to the world. Happy Birth, Happy Baby is a practical and inspiring guide to having a positive birth experience. Featuring cutting-edge research as we... read more
Compass Points - Passionate Plots
Kelly Lawrence
New and emerging writers, existing writers looking to expand their skills and readers of erotic literature interested in writing their own stories will find this book a lively and informative 'how to' on writing erotica. Written by a published author, Passionate Plots focuses upon plot and crafting integral erotic scenes, with practical exercises for the reader.
Compass Points - Building Your Story
Kelly Lawrence
A lively and comprehensive guide on the importance of structuring your plot with in-depth looks at different techniques and lots of practical advice, including at least one writing exercise in each chapter on topics such as building tension, staging drama, identifying and rectifying structural issues and internal and external plot journeys. So if you're struggling with structure or grappling w... read more
The first instalment of the romantic, dark, and devilishly sexy Paranormal Investigations series. Detective Nick Carter is a cop with a difference – not only does he investigate the hidden world of preternatural crime, but he is a telepath, able to read other people’s minds. Dealing with vampires and werevoles comes as an occupational hazard. When a young member of the local vampire lifestyle ... read more
The second instalment in the romantic, dark, and devilishly sexy Paranormal Investigations series. Ever since former NYPD detective Nick Carter and 200-year-old vampiress Ruby set up their private agency for preternatural crime, things have been heating up both at work and at play. Yet Nick's refusal to share the ultimate intimacy with Ruby is putting a strain on their otherwise passionate rel... read more
Michelle has 9 reviews
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I could work with Michelle Kelly a million times and never be disappointed. She is personable, and easy to work with. Her communication skills are top notch and she took the time to learn a new platform just to adjust her style to match mine. She was great at keeping me updated on her progress and met all deadlines on time. Michelle went backwards and read the first half of my series so she cou...
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Krissyann Granger, December 2022
Kelly was easy to work with and attentive to details. Upon the completion of our first project together, we immediately started on a second, and I'm hoping to continue working with her in the future.
Krissyann Granger, October 2022
Michelle managed to capture the characters I had in mind throughout the short story she had written.
litharsa puvanenthirarasa, October 2021
Michelle Kelly is a quick study with remarkable ability to weave a story. She is kind, soft spoken and professional yet fun. She works off of phone interviews as well as any written material pertaining to the subject. With a story steeped in trauma she is able to guide you comfortably through the events.
Shirine Hossaini, May 2021
Reply from Michelle Kelly
She did wonderful work.
ghost writer, May 2021
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