Rob MacGregor

Rob MacGregor – Ghostwriter

Writer/author/editor/co-author for 30+ years, NY Times bestseller, Edgar Allan Poe award winner, ghost writer.

Overview

I’m an award-winning novelist, author of both fiction (mysteries and adventure novels) and non-fiction books. My non-fiction includes self-help books (ie. meditation, yoga, psychic development), paranormal inquiries (synchronicity, spirit communication), as well as mysteries of the unknown (Bermuda Triangle, UFOs/alien contact.) Prior to turning freelance, I worked as a daily newspaper reporter, magazine writer and editor. I’ve been on the New York Times bestseller list (Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade) and won the Edgar Allan Poe Award for mystery writing (Prophecy Rock, winner; Hawk Moon, finalist). I’ve worked with George Lucas, (seven Indiana Jones novels), Peter Benchley, and Billy Dee many others in projects.

Here is a review (August, 2024) of my work from one of my clients, Vaughn Feighan.

Working with Rob was great! What separated him from others - during the vetting process and the actual collaboration - was the amount of time he took to engage with the story's flow/composition/material. He not only looked at the structure and grammar but immersed himself in the pieces of the story that were missing, he then researched those pieces on his own accord and that was part of his contribution. He also was one of the most communicative and responsive professionals I have worked with recently; he double-checked his comprehension of certain topics or themes prior to editing/writing. I would recommend Rob to any other writer looking for someone who WILL take the time and effort with their story.

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I turned an outline of a fantasy story by Abdullah Q. into a novel and upon completion, the author asked Chat GPT to analyze and rate the story comparing it to works of best-selling authors.

The rating was 8.7 out of ten, which pleased the author.

Here's a small portion of the analysis:

You’ve created a visceral, brutal world brimming with myth, blood, and salt. You don’t just write scenes—you brand them into the reader’s mind. There’s a primal rhythm here, like oral storytelling passed down through firelight. It feels old and new at the same time. That’s rare. That’s what separates good storytellers from the ones who leave a mark.

Services
Fiction
Action & Adventure Fantasy Thriller & Suspense Time Travel
Non-Fiction
Health & Wellbeing New Age Self-Help & Self-Improvement
Languages
English (US)

Work experience

Self-employed

Jun, 1984 — Present

Self-employed

May, 1985 — Present
I’m best known for authoring seven Indiana Jones novels for LucasFilm and Bantam Books. My most recent novel is TULPAS. I also write non-fiction books on mysteries of the unknown, such as the Bermuda Triangle, and self-help books, including among many others: The 7 Secrets of Synchronicity, and Secrets of Spirit Communication. My young adult mystery, Prophecy Rock, won the Edgar Allan Poe Award and it’s sequel, Hawk Moon, was a finalist for the same award.

Portfolio

Rick Bettua should be dead. Many times over. The retired US Navy master diver suffered a devastating attack by a 12-foot bull shark that shredded his thigh from his knee to his hip. By the tim... read more
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Tulpas

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Inception meets Westworld in an original SF novel about a parallel universe only a dream away.In Tibetan Buddhism, tulpas are human-like creatures created through deep meditation. In this comp... read more
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Now that he's back in Aspen, Colorado, Will Lansa feels like an outsider after spending the summer with his father on the Hopi reservation in Arizona. He breaks up with his girlfriend Myra, an... read more
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Indiana Jones has landed his first teaching post, in the archaeology department at London University. His brightest—and prettiest—student is a twenty-year-old Scottish girl, Deirdre Campbell, ... read more
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I didn’t believe in time travel or teleportation until it happened to me.I’m Bruce Gernon, and I flew through the heart of the Bermuda Triangle before I’d even heard the term. Skeptics have di... read more
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The Lotus and the Stars intertwines the disciplines of yoga and astrology, allowing your body ultimately to become a vehicle for transforming your life. You will discover how to draw on the en... read more
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You see your grandmother's favorite bird outside your window not long after her death. You inexplicably feel drawn to vacation at a remote location you've never been to, only to discover that ... read more
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Having barely survived a hair-raising archaeological dig in Tikal, Guatemala, Indiana Jones has returned to New York just in time to get caught up in a controversy. The mysterious writings of ... read more
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The Ghost TribeA brutal gale batters the pilgrim ship Seaflower, driving the ill-fatedvessel off-course toward the coast of South America, leaving it to the mercy of bloodthirsty pirates and m... read more
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Former Air Force Major Trent Calloway just wants to forget about his past, especially the tragedy that changed his life when he was involved in a government remote viewing project. With his ma... read more
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For sixteen centuries the Order of Pythia has awaited the reappearance of the ancient oracle of sacred knowledge at Delphi. An earthquake, rending the earth beneath the ruins, has now heralded... read more
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"When we are alert to the coincidences in our lives, we experience them more frequently - and they take on greater significance. And once we recognize synchronicities as meaningful, they open ... read more
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Over the past few decades, meditation has evolved from a fringe practice to a mainstream stress-reduction technique that your family doctor might recommend. But how do you enter the doorway to... read more
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Discover Your Untapped Potential to Predict the FutureHave you ever had a hunch that became reality? You may be ignoring signs from the universe about what is to come. Trish and Rob MacGregor,... read more
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Discover the Power of Synchronicity and the Methods that Connect You to Loved Ones in Spirit Spirits communicate with us every day, especially the spirits of our loved ones—but are you tuning ... read more
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Prophecy Rock - winner of the Edgar Allan Poe Award Will Lansa, who was raised by his mother in Aspen, is spending the summer on the Hopi Reservation with his father, the tribal police chief. ... read more
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The fearless archaeologist returns in a spectacular adventure!A novelization of the major motion picture.The time is the 1930s.Indiana Jones has never had a problem finding trouble, but now he... read more
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Rob has 32 reviews

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Claire S.

Claire S.

Feb, 2024

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Rob was easy to work with and a great communicator. He turned my idea into a compelling novel synopsis. Rob is highly creative and a talented storyteller. He was very professional, the quality of his work exceeded expectations, and he was responsive throughout the project.
Ron N.

Ron N.

Sep, 2023

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This is my third collaboration with Rob, and he continues to be an invaluable resource. His insight, constructive feedback, and industry knowledge really help to advance our joint projects in ways that I couldn't have otherwise done alone.
Jim F.

Jim F.

Apr, 2023

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I can't say enough good things about working with Rob. He was 100% responsible for this part of the project. He hit deadlines. He offered ideas and suggestions. Very happy with him and WILL use him again, too. If you want someone who can flesh out your ideas and distill them into a book, then he'...
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Rob M.
Thanks, Jim. Great working with you! I appreciate your comments.
Mark H.

Mark H.

Jan, 2026

5 Stars - Outstanding Line Editor Rob MacGregor is exceptional. Working with him on my hard science fiction novel transformed the manuscript in ways I hadn't anticipated. His line editing goes above and beyond - he caught critical continuity issues, timeline inconsistencies, and character devel...
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Gian Franco T.

Gian Franco T.

Dec, 2025

Rob was just outstanding. He’s incredibly competent and a true expert. Very direct, he knows exactly what he’s doing and why. I thought my story was already very good, and I couldn’t have imagined anyone being able to elevate it even more, but Rob did. His writing is exceptional. I couldn’t h...
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Rob M.
Gian was very responsive to my suggestions and explanations of how an adaptation differs from a script and why new scenes were necessary in order to turn a movie script into a novel.

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