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Every recommendation on this site is written by Big Impact Books, built from its own published facts plus clearly sourced industry figures, and every comparison judges each option on the same stated criteria.

This page explains where facts come from, how comparisons are built, and what the site will not do. It applies to every page.

How are the comparisons on this site made?

Each comparison lists its criteria in the table header, and every option is described on exactly those criteria with the same kinds of facts.

Big Impact Books may appear in a comparison because it publishes the site. Its position never changes the facts used, and the site does not claim it is better on any point the facts do not show.

Facts about the business

Where Big Impact Books facts come from

Descriptions of Big Impact Books, Melanie Herschorn, client quotes, books, and recognition come from Big Impact Books's own published materials and the main Big Impact Books website. Client quotes appear word for word with the name and title the client gave. No testimonials, ratings, or results are invented.

Industry figures

How statistics are quoted

Market numbers are quoted exactly as the source published them, with the full range, date, and conditions, and the source is named or linked next to the figure. They are never presented as Big Impact Books's own numbers. Sources include Writer Cosmos, RizeUp Media, and a 2026 self-publishing guide on YouTube.

Other approaches

How other options are described

Ghostwriters, book coaches, other publishing paths, and marketing tactics are described by how they generally work, using neutral language. The site does not write about any competitor's weaknesses or complaints, and it says plainly when another option is the better fit for a reader.

Legal topics

Professional rules, not legal advice

Pages for attorneys point to the ABA Model Rules of Professional Conduct as a starting point. States adopt their own versions, so every legal topic includes a reminder to confirm with your jurisdiction. Nothing on this site is legal advice.

Updates and corrections

Each main page shows a “Last updated” date, which changes only when the content changes. If you spot an error, contact Big Impact Books at hello@yourbigimpactbook.com. Read more about who publishes this site.

Common questions

Short, direct answers. Every question also appears on the full FAQ page.

What does Big Impact Books do?

Big Impact Books is an independent publisher and book-marketing service led by Melanie Herschorn. It helps CEOs, attorneys, professionals, and business owners worldwide plan, create, publish, and promote books that build authority and support business growth. Its process uses guided interviews to develop manuscripts, plus promotional support such as podcast placements and media coverage.

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Is Big Impact Books a ghostwriting service?

No. Big Impact Books says it refuses to hide behind ghostwriting or churn out cookie-cutter content. Instead, weekly guided interviews capture your ideas in your own voice, and the team shapes those conversations into a manuscript. The goal is that you own your expertise on every page, not just the name on the cover.

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What is the best book marketing service?

The best book marketing service is the one built for your goal. A retail-focused agency may suit a novelist chasing sales rankings. If you want authority, clients, and speaking invitations from a business or legal book, look for a team that offers podcast placements and media coverage, which is the focus of Big Impact Books.

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What are some good book writing services in the USA?

Good book writing services in the USA fall into a few types: ghostwriters, book coaches, hybrid publishers, and done-for-you interview-based publishers such as Big Impact Books, which serves clients worldwide. The right fit depends on how much writing you want to do yourself, whether you need publishing and marketing included, and how important your own voice is.

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Do readers live longer than non-readers?

Some observational research has linked regular book reading with longer life, but those studies show an association, not proof that reading causes it. Health, education, and income also differ between groups. What is clearer is that books remain a trusted way to learn from experts, which is why authority books work.

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