The Ghostwriter's Ghostwriter
“Salwa is a clear and poetic scribe whose writing is smooth and authoritative - with a well-honed and distinctive voice that magnetizes the reader.”
-Serge F. Kovaleski, The New York Times
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Critically Acclaimed
Salwa Emerson is an internationally- celebrated author, editor, and ghostwriter, known for her keen insight, refreshing wit, and exquisite prose.
Her latest publication, The Conservative Environmentalist earned a front-cover endorsement by Arnold Schwarzenegger, a New York Times OpEd, and a featured spot on ABC's "The View."
Beyond writing, Salwa helps authors grow their readership and brand and navigate the complicated world of publishing.
She has collaborated with Oscar-winning actors, NFL players, world-renowned chefs, reality-TV celebrities, and Pulitzer Prize winners.
Salwa specializes in memoirs, thought-leadership books, and book proposals.
“All fine writers must be stirringly original and evocative. That's Salwa Emerson. Deeply humane, empathetic, and kind, Salwa is the perfect collaborator and partner. Her intelligence and lovely spirit are sources of inspiration and enlightenment.”
-Ken Capobianco, The Boston Globe
“Salwa has a deep knowledge of countless topics . . . She has the unique ability to funnel a multitude of big ideas, thoughts, and sources, and eloquently summarize them down to what will be important to the reader. On top of her writing strength, her personality, kindness, and interpersonal skills make her a joy to work with.”
-Benjamin Backer, Founder and President of American Conservation Coalition and listed as one of Forbes 30 Under 30
“Salwa has a real gift for translating complex concepts into approachable stories and readable prose.”
-Van Ton-Quinlivan, Best-selling author and podcast host, former Executive Vice Chancellor of California Community Colleges
“Salwa is warm, personable, and highly intelligent. She truly can make a story come alive on the page. . . She excels on the business end as well. You'll receive high-quality work, expertly edited, on deadline.”
-Bonnie Hearn-Hill, Award-winning author and editor
“Salwa is an engaging storyteller who is diligent, trustworthy, caring, and detail-oriented. She's also an absolute delight personally: enthusiastic, witty, and just the right amount of cheeky!”
-Betsy Rapoport, Best-selling Editor and Author
“Salwa Emerson’s writing is strong, surprising, and quite moving. She has perfected the art of memoir writing. This reader would gladly read more!”
-Pat Schneider, Author of How the Light Gets In and Founder of the Amherst Writers and Artists
About
Salwa Emerson is a force in the publishing industry. Internationally celebrated for her keen insight, sharp wit, and exquisite prose, Salwa has shaped the stories of business leaders, celebrities, politicians, athletes, and people with extraordinary stories.
Starting in her 20s at powerhouse publishers including St. Martin's Press and DK Publishing, she's since had the privilege of collaborating with some of the world’s most fascinating thought leaders and experts.
A leading voice in her field, she mentors other ghostwriters and editors and is committed to raising industry standards.
RECENT WORK
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