Marcia Turner

Dr. Marcia Layton Turner is a bestselling business book ghostwriter and accomplished professional with extensive experience in writing and content creation. She is the Executive Director and Founder of the Association of Ghostwriters, which she established to provide networking and advocacy for experienced ghostwriters.1

Professional Background:

• Ghostwriter and content creator at Layton & Co., Inc. since January 1993
• Specializes in writing for corporations, small businesses, government agencies, and educational institutions
• Writes various content types including blog posts, articles, case studies, white papers, and books
• Left a senior communications position at Kodak to pursue independent writing work1

Education:

• B.A. in Psychology and Sociology (Honors) from Wellesley College
• M.B.A. in Corporate Strategy and Marketing from University of Michigan
• Doctor of Business Administration from Fox School of Business at Temple University (2020-2023), focusing on book ghostwriting1

Professional Services:

• Helps business leaders and entrepreneurs write books by:
  • Shaping and organizing ideas
  • Conducting interviews
  • Drafting and revising chapters
• Provides guidance on publishing strategies and connects clients with agents, publishers, and editors1

Achievements:

• Founded the Association of Ghostwriters in June 2010
• Received awards including:
  • Best in Class Award for Direct Mail from Public Relations Society of America
  • American Society of Healthcare Publication Editors Award1

Recent Professional Activities:

• Building Salmon Labs (strategy studio)
• Running Salmon Theory (strategy newsletter)
• Featured on Coaching for Leaders podcast234