Hi, I'm Mark Terry, a book doctor, ghostwriter, and collaborator with extensive experience in fiction and nonfiction. Over the years, I've contributed to more than twenty books, some of which have been translated into multiple languages, and I've edited and published crime fiction anthologies. I love crafting compelling stories and have even seen my award-winning fiction catch the interest of TV and film producers. I specialize in polishing narratives to help authors and publishers bring their projects to life, whether that's ghostwriting, editing, or collaborating on original fiction. Writing isn't just my job; it's my passion, and I enjoy working closely with clients to make their books the best they can be.

Mark Terry

Hi, I'm Mark Terry, a book doctor, ghostwriter, and collaborator with extensive experience in fiction and nonfiction. Over the years, I've contributed to more than twenty books, some of which have been translated into multiple languages, and I've edited and published crime fiction anthologies. I love crafting compelling stories and have even seen my award-winning fiction catch the interest of TV and film producers. I specialize in polishing narratives to help authors and publishers bring their projects to life, whether that's ghostwriting, editing, or collaborating on original fiction. Writing isn't just my job; it's my passion, and I enjoy working closely with clients to make their books the best they can be.

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Hi, I’m Mark Terry, a book doctor, ghostwriter, and collaborator with extensive experience in fiction and nonfiction. Over the years, I’ve contributed to more than twenty books, some of which have been translated into multiple languages, and I’ve edited and published crime fiction anthologies. I love crafting compelling stories and have even seen my award-winning fiction catch the interest of TV and film producers.

I specialize in polishing narratives to help authors and publishers bring their projects to life, whether that’s ghostwriting, editing, or collaborating on original fiction. Writing isn’t just my job; it’s my passion, and I enjoy working closely with clients to make their books the best they can be.

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Experience Level

Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
French
Intermediate
German
Intermediate
Slovak
Beginner

Work Experience

Ghost/Book Doctor at Various Authors and Publishers
January 1, 2011 - Present
Provided ghostwriting and book doctoring services for multiple nonfiction and fiction books, contributing to writing, editing, and polishing manuscripts. Worked on titles including 'AGING BEYOND WELL,' 'THE MILLION DOLLAR PRACTICE,' and others, enhancing narrative quality and structural cohesion. Collaborated with authors and publishing groups to bring projects to completion from 2011 through 2022.
Author at OROX Books and Beach Bum Publishing
March 1, 2002 - Present
Authored numerous fiction novels and series since 2004, including award-winning thriller/adventure novels such as 'THE VALLEY OF SHADOWS' and 'THE FALLEN.' Published works span genres including thriller, crime fiction, serialized novellas, and more. Some works were adapted to audio versions for Audible. Edited and contributed to anthologies such as 'DEADLY BY THE DOZEN.' Responsibilities included writing, editing, and anthology editing.
Editor & Anthology Publisher at OROX Books
January 1, 2011 - Present
Edited and published a crime fiction anthology, 'DEADLY BY THE DOZEN,' also contributed short stories. Responsibilities involved curating content, editing submissions, and managing publication processes dating from at least 2011.

Education

B.Sc. at Michigan State University
January 1, 1986 - June 30, 1986

Qualifications

Association of Ghostwriters Membership
January 11, 2030 - July 25, 2025
Association of Genetic Technologists (AGT) Membership
January 11, 2030 - July 25, 2025
International Thriller Writers, Inc. (ITW) Membership
January 11, 2030 - July 25, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Healthcare, Life Sciences