Award-Winning Author, Writer & Ghostwriter Justin Spizman

Justin Spizman is an award-winning and bestselling author, ghostwriter, editor, and book proposal specialist who collaborates with influential leaders, entrepreneurs, athletes, entertainers, and change-makers to turn powerful ideas into marketable, meaningful books. With more than 17 years of professional writing experience, Justin has built a reputation for helping clients not only write books, but shape legacies, elevate brands, and unlock life-changing opportunities through storytelling.

A Trusted Partner for Serious Authors and Big Ideas

Writing a book is rarely just about words on a page. For most authors, it represents a lifetime of experience, hard-earned insight, and a desire to leave something lasting behind. Justin Spizman approaches every project with that understanding. His work is grounded in close collaboration, deep listening, and a commitment to capturing the authentic voice, purpose, and vision of each client.

Justin’s background is uniquely suited to this work. He began his writing career while attending law school, developing a sharp eye for structure, clarity, and persuasion. Since then, he has worked across a wide range of nonfiction genres, helping first-time authors and high-profile figures alike navigate the publishing world with confidence.

Ghostwriting That Honors Voice, Vision, and Authenticity

Justin Spizman is widely respected for his ghostwriting work, particularly in nonfiction categories such as business, leadership, self-help, sports, law, entertainment, and social impact. His approach to ghostwriting is built on partnership rather than replacement. The goal is not to write “for” the client, but to write with them in a way that feels honest, personal, and true to their lived experience.

Through extensive interviews, research, and collaborative outlining, Justin extracts the heart of an author’s message and transforms it into a compelling manuscript. Clients often describe the process as clarifying and empowering, helping them better articulate ideas they have carried for years but struggled to express.

Book Collaboration Across Business, Leadership, Sports, and Culture

In addition to traditional ghostwriting, Justin frequently collaborates with authors who want to be deeply involved in the creative process. These partnerships are especially common with entrepreneurs, executives, coaches, and public figures who have a strong point of view and want a strategic collaborator to help shape, refine, and elevate their work.

Justin has collaborated on books spanning self-help, leadership development, sports psychology, entertainment, branding, climate activism, and social change. His ability to move fluidly between industries allows him to identify universal themes that resonate with readers while still honoring the specificity of each author’s story.

Conceptualization That Turns Ideas Into Marketable Books

Many aspiring authors have powerful ideas but struggle to turn them into a viable book concept. Justin specializes in helping clients clarify what their book should be, who it is for, and how it fits into the broader publishing and media landscape.

This conceptualization process often includes identifying the strongest narrative angle, defining the target audience, organizing content into a clear structure, and positioning the book within its genre. Justin’s experience working with major publishers and agents enables him to think strategically from the earliest stages, ensuring that projects are built for both creative fulfillment and commercial success.

Professional Content Editing That Elevates Manuscripts

Justin Spizman also provides high-level content editing for authors who have already completed a manuscript or partial draft. His editing work goes far beyond grammar and style. He focuses on structure, pacing, clarity, narrative flow, and overall impact.

Clients benefit from honest, thoughtful feedback designed to strengthen the manuscript without diluting the author’s voice. Whether preparing a book for submission to publishers or refining a manuscript for self-publication, Justin’s editorial guidance helps authors deliver a polished, professional final product.

Book Proposals That Open Doors With Publishers and Agents

A strong book proposal can make the difference between an idea being ignored and a project being acquired by a major publisher. Justin Spizman is highly regarded for his ability to create distinctive, market-ready book proposals that reflect both the personality of the author and the realities of the publishing industry.

His proposals are strategic, compelling, and grounded in market awareness. They highlight platform, positioning, audience demand, and competitive differentiation, while clearly communicating why the book matters now. Many of Justin’s proposals have led to significant publishing deals, including major advances and wide distribution.

Experience With Award-Winning and Bestselling Books

Over the course of his career, Justin has worked on numerous award-winning and bestselling books, both as an author and collaborator. His most recent high-profile project, Hometown Victory, co-written with NFL coach Keanon Lowe, stands as a defining example of his impact.

The book secured one of the largest advances for a first-time non-celebrity author in recent publishing history. The life story rights were later acquired by Disney and Seven Buck Productions, led by Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, and are currently being developed into a major motion picture.

Collaborations With Influential Leaders and Public Figures

Justin Spizman’s client list reflects the breadth and credibility of his work. He has collaborated with Jordan Belfort, Evander Holyfield, Jim Valvano and The V Foundation for Cancer Research, Xiuhtezcatl Martinez, Molly Fletcher, Ted Sundquist, Joey Reiman, and many other entrepreneurs, executives, coaches, and thought leaders.

These collaborations are united by a shared commitment to impact. Whether the goal is inspiring change, sharing hard-won lessons, or building a lasting brand, Justin works closely with clients to ensure their message reaches the right audience in the most powerful way possible.

Strength in Interview-Driven Storytelling

One of Justin’s greatest strengths is his ability to conduct deep, revealing interviews and weave them seamlessly into a cohesive narrative. Over the years, his books have included interviews with well-known figures such as Mark Ruffalo, Shailene Woodley, Van Jones, Stedman Graham, Tom Izzo, Bobby Cox, Adrien Grenier, Bill McKibben, and many others.

Justin has a rare ability to capture the heart and soul of these conversations, translating spoken insight into compelling written storytelling that feels natural, authentic, and emotionally resonant.

A Career Built on Purpose-Driven Projects

Justin’s career includes a diverse body of work that reflects his commitment to meaningful storytelling. He co-wrote We Rise: The Earth Guardians Guide to Building a Movement that Restores the Planet with climate activist Xiuhtezcatl Martinez, published by Rodale, featuring interviews with leading voices in environmental and social justice movements.

He also collaborated with Marci Zaroff on ECOrenaissance, published by Atria/Enliven, a guide to sustainable living that blends style, ethics, and environmental responsibility, with a foreword by Aveda founder Horst Rechelbacher.

Earlier in his career, Justin authored Don’t Give Up…Don’t Ever Give Up, a bestselling inspirational sports book centered on legendary coach Jim Valvano, which earned him the Georgia Author of the Year Award and continues to support cancer research through The V Foundation.

From First-Time Authors to Established Voices

Justin Spizman works with a wide range of clients, from first-time authors with a story to tell to established public figures seeking a trusted collaborator. He is particularly skilled at guiding new authors through an often intimidating process, helping them move from concept to finished book with clarity and confidence.

His professionalism, flexibility, communication skills, and attention to detail allow him to adapt to each client’s working style while maintaining high standards across every project.

A Collaborative Process Focused on Results

Every project Justin takes on is approached with intention and care. He dedicates the time necessary to understand each client’s goals, challenges, and vision. The result is not just a finished manuscript, but a strategic asset that can support speaking engagements, media opportunities, brand growth, and long-term influence.

Clients consistently value Justin’s ability to balance creativity with practicality, ensuring that books are both meaningful and positioned for real-world success.

Based in Atlanta, Working Nationwide

Justin Spizman is based in Atlanta, Georgia, where he lives with his wife Jaime, their daughters Dani and Bella, and their dog Bodhi. While rooted in Atlanta, he collaborates with clients across the country and beyond, working remotely and in person as projects require.

When he is not writing, Justin enjoys fitness, travel, and following college and professional football. His curiosity, discipline, and love of storytelling continue to shape a career defined by impact, integrity, and collaboration.

Creating Books That Build Legacies

At its core, Justin Spizman’s work is about more than publishing. It is about helping people articulate their truth, share their knowledge, and leave something meaningful behind. Through ghostwriting, collaboration, conceptualization, editing, and book proposals, Justin helps clients transform ideas into books that open doors, inspire readers, and stand the test of time.

For authors ready to take their story seriously, Justin Spizman offers experience, insight, and a proven ability to turn vision into reality.