Working with Mary on my book Get What You Want was a clarifying and creatively energizing experience. Mary has an extraordinary ability to see both the heart and the strategy behind the story. She doesn’t just help you write a book, she helps you architect a story that aligns with your heart, your true voice, and your legacy.

Her honest feedback, sharp editorial eye, and deep understanding of storytelling helped me bring my vision to life in a way that was both powerful and practical. Get What You Want went on to become a best-seller on Audible, and I know that Mary’s story-mapping process was a huge part of that success.

If you’re a CEO or founder who’s ready to write a book that not only sells but also strengthens your brand and expands your impact, Mary is the mentor you want in your corner. She brings truth, precision, and genuine partnership to the process, and I’m so grateful to have worked with her.

Noel Massie

"Mary Curran Hackett is an exceptional book coach, editor, and journalistic mentor. If writing a book to express your passion and experience is your objective, you will not find a better professional to get you there.

She has a deep understanding of how actually to approach the art of writing. Her service was exceptional, and my experience with her was rewarding.

As a result, my confidence in writing my book was elevated. I truly could not have developed the quality piece that was ultimately the outcome of our engagement without her. “

“As the CEO of multiple companies, including a rapidly growing executive coaching firm, I know the work it takes to do and become the best. As someone who isn’t satisfied with the status quo, I came to Mary with an audacious goal: I wanted to not only write and publish a book, but I wanted to do it quickly and make it a bestseller.

With Mary by my side as a coach, she asked the questions that helped me get my thoughts on the page, cogently and quickly, while keeping the reader, my company’s brand, and my ultimate goal in mind in the process. She advised me along the way about the quickest path to publication that fit my business goals and the result was a book I, and my company, are proud of — and it made the USA Today Bestseller list.

If you are a high-performer and love to win too, take Mary along with you. She’ll take you from zero to page one and anywhere you are willing to go from there.

“Mary is undeniably talented, intelligent, and sophisticated, as evidenced by her impressive client list and high-quality work. Yet, what’s less visible is her integrity and dignity. I reached out to Mary years ago as I prepared to write my first book.

As an expert in grief, loss, trauma, and divorce, I needed my unique proprietary work to be represented with authenticity, compassion, and connection. I was anxious and doubted my ability to write it, even contemplating giving up. I told her, “You do it!” but after seeing some of my writing, she firmly insisted, “No one can write this but you. You have the voice, wisdom, and words.”

She helped me realize my work is so personal that only I can communicate it to my audience. She challenged and coached me, supporting me through what became the most difficult yet rewarding project of my life. Today, many years later, Mary remains one of my closest friends and soul sisters—an invaluable guide for authors navigating the publishing world. She is a true gift, and I love her.”

"Mary exceeded all of my expectations. Her expert advice increased my confidence in how my ideas came through the pages. She truly has a gift for taking an abstract idea and crystalizing it into compelling, simple-to-follow language.

Mary is not only a tremendous editor, but she is an excellent creative advisor as well. I'm so impressed with her ability to see both the big picture and all the little details simultaneously."

“Mary has the uncanny ability to help you see what you are truly capable of. Her guidance is crystal clear. Her creativity makes your work even better, and she delivers amazing results - on time and on point.

It’s really quite simple: There would be no book for me if not for her expertise, skill, and belief in my project.

If you are considering embarking on this challenging but rewarding journey, my advice is - take Mary with you.”

“I’m incredibly impressed by the responsiveness and professionalism of my ghostwriter, Mary.

Writing this book would simply not be possible without her help, and now my message and business lessons have been transformed into a beautifully written manuscript that I’m proud to call my own.

Every step of the process has been a pleasure, from the group book-planning and strategy sessions (conducted onsite, in the comfort of my home in Florida), through writing the book and pitching it to agents and publishers. Thank you!”

“When I set out to write my book, I had all the pieces of the puzzle in my mind. However, because I’ve never been much good with puzzles, putting it all together was the problem.

Mary proved to be absolutely brilliant when it came to helping me put the right pieces in their proper place and not waste words, while capturing the details that helped make Family Reins relatable to the reader.

Everyone I speak to who has read my book tells me they lose sleep doing so, because once they start it they can’t put it down. Mary is masterful at bringing stories to life, and using my stories in just the right places to keep things entertaining and flowing.

The long hours spent writing and working with Mary taught me a lot about myself. She took it upon herself to truly understand my story and message I wanted to share. If I decide to write another book I hope to once again consult with Mary.”