New York Times Bestselling AuthorMarcus Brotherton& Writing Collaborator

New York Times Bestselling AuthorMarcus Brotherton& Writing Collaborator

Selected Collaborations

Selected Collaborations

If you’re a high-profile, purpose-driven leader with a story to tell or a message to convey, Marcus Brotherton can help you bring it to the page, shape it into a compelling book, and position it to reach the most readers possible.

Marcus is skilled in both narrative and prescriptive nonfiction. He has worked with celebrities, humanitarians, business and inspirational leaders, and military personnel.

Most of Marcus's clients are introduced through literary agents or acquisitions editors, but he also welcomes direct inquiries. Drop him a note through his contact form and tell him a little about yourself, your project, and what you hope the book will accomplish.

Grateful American by Gary Sinise with Marcus Brotherton

HarperCollins

Grateful American

by Gary Sinise with Marcus Brotherton

A New York Times bestseller, USA Today bestseller, Wall Street Journal bestseller, and Publisher's Weekly bestseller. Theater icon, award-winning film and television star, and American patriot Gary Sinise shares the never-before-told story of his journey from trouble-making Chicago kid to cofounder of the legendary Steppenwolf Theater Company, world-famous actor, and tireless advocate for America's active duty defenders, veterans, and first responders.

"As compelling on the page as he is on stage and screen, Sinise shares moving details…This humble and affecting chronicle…is a welcome antidote to a cynical and divided time."
— Booklist (Starred Review)

"No entertainer alive today has visited and performed more for our troops at veteran's hospitals and military bases all over the world than Gary Sinise … The book is called Grateful American, and I promise you after you read it you will be grateful for what Gary has accomplished and contributed to our country. He's truly one of a kind."
— Clint Eastwood

"Gary Sinise writes as he lives, and as the artist and actor he has always been: with American authenticity, purpose, and a conviction that is inseparable from his nature."
— Tom Hanks

"… brings light and hope to people …"
— Patricia Heaton

"… incredibly honest …"
— General Robin Rand (retired), U.S. Air Force

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Don't Give the Enemy a Seat at Your Table by Louie Giglio with Marcus Brotherton

HarperCollins

Don't Give the Enemy a Seat at Your Table

by Louie Giglio (with Marcus Brotherton)

National bestseller. Publisher's Weekly bestseller. Pastor and visionary Louie Giglio invites readers to discover how to break free from the chains of negative thinking and experience true freedom from unhealthy thoughts and emotions.

"This book is a treasure you'll return to again and again."
— Lisa TerKeurst

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Goliath Must Fall by Louie Giglio with Marcus Brotherton

HarperCollins

Goliath Must Fall

by Louie Giglio (with Marcus Brotherton)

National bestseller. Publisher's Weekly bestseller. Nationally-bestselling author and speaker Louie Giglio offers a reinterpretation of the story of David and Goliath that likens the giant in the story to threats such as rejection, fear, and anger.

"This book offers freedom for anyone willing to face their giants."
— Grammy-award winning artist Lecrae

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Devotion by Adam Makos — now a major motion picture

Penguin Random House

Devotion

by Adam Makos (with Marcus Brotherton)

A New York Times bestseller. Devotion is the incredible true story of Tom Hudner, an all-American soldier who passed up Harvard to join the Navy, and Jesse Brown, a talented pilot who became the first African American to fly in combat for the U.S. Navy. During the Korean conflict, while much of America remained divided by segregation, Jesse and Tom joined forces as wingmen in Fighter Squadron 32. Now a major motion picture from Black Label Media and Sony Pictures.

"A meticulously researched and moving account."
— USA Today

"[Devotion] reads like a dream. The perfectly-paced story cruises along in the fast lane — when you're finished you'll want to start all over again."
— Associated Press

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Tough As They Come by Travis Mills with Marcus Brotherton

Penguin Random House

Tough As They Come

by Travis Mills with Marcus Brotherton

In this New York Times bestselling account of SSG Travis Mills' heroic fight for survival, he recalls the action-packed and challenging days of his 3 tours of duty in Afghanistan with the legendary 82nd Airborne Division, the agony of encountering a hidden bomb while on patrol with his men, and his odds-defying struggle afterward to come back from severe quadruple amputee injuries and rebuild his life.

Winner of the 2016 Christopher Award for literature that affirms the highest value of the human spirit

"What this man did is heroic. What he sacrificed is unimaginable. And what he's written is simply unforgettable."
— Mike Rowe

"This book is gutsy and honest, filled with humor even in its darkest moments."
— Troy Aikman

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The Ins-N-Outs of In-N-Out Burger by Lynsi Snyder with Marcus Brotherton

Thomas Nelson

The Ins-N-Outs of In-N-Out Burger

by Lynsi Snyder (with Marcus Brotherton)

USA Today bestseller and Wall Street Journal bestseller. Lynsi Snyder — president, owner, and granddaughter of the founders — pulls back the curtain on the beloved California institution her grandparents built from a single drive-thru stand in 1948. Part family memoir, part business story, this is the inside account of how In-N-Out Burger became a cultural icon while staying fiercely true to its founding values.

"I can't think of many things better than a Double Double."
— Guy Fieri, restauranteur and television host

"Unforgettable. Now, in Lynsi Snyder's first-ever book, you can read about In-N-Out's fascinating history as they celebrate their seventy-fifth anniversary. Congratulations In-N-Out!"
— Candace Cameron Bure, Producer, Actor, Author

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Who Believed in You? by Dina Powell McCormick and David McCormick with Marcus Brotherton

Thomas Nelson

Who Believed in You?

by Dina Powell McCormick and David McCormick (with Marcus Brotherton)

New York Times bestseller (debuted at #6) and USA Today bestseller. A strong bipartisan project built on original research from a Yale academic team that shows how transformational mentorship raises organization and national outcomes. The book features stories from some of the most influential leaders across the country — including Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, fashion leader Tory Burch, Hollywood producer Brian Grazer, and former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice — sharing how their mentors changed their lives.

"The question I ask myself today is how much do I care about another person's achievement? How much do I want the best for them?"
— Satya Nadella

"Mentorship is a two-way street. If you're a mentor, you have to invest in the person you're mentoring. You have to believe in them. And if you're a mentee, you have to earn mentorship."
— Dr. Condoleezza Rice, American Diplomat and Political Scientist

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Call of Duty by Lt. Buck Compton with Marcus Brotherton

Penguin

Call of Duty

by Lt. Lynn "Buck" Compton with Marcus Brotherton (foreword by Sen. John McCain)

A national bestseller. Lt. Buck Compton commanded the second platoon of E Co, 506th PIR and was portrayed by actor Neal McDonough in the HBO miniseries Band of Brothers. After the war, Compton went on to a career as detective, prosecutor, and judge. He served as the lead prosecutor in Sirhan Sirhan's trial for the murder of Robert F. Kennedy.

"A refreshingly frank memoir."
— Military.com

"This memoir does [Buck Compton's] story the service it deserves."
— Senator John McCain (from the foreword)

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Voices of the Pacific by Adam Makos with Marcus Brotherton

Penguin

Voices of the Pacific

by Adam Makos with Marcus Brotherton

Be inspired by the much-awaited oral history project with the Marines featured in the HBO miniseries The Pacific. These veterans are national treasures. They endured unspeakable horrors, came home to America, and more than sixty-seven years later are still alive today. A national bestseller and Denver Post bestseller.

"… fantastic …"
— Alex Kershaw, New York Times bestselling author of The Liberator

"… powerful …"
— Dale Dye, military advisor for Band of Brothers and The Pacific

"…the same gut-level realism as the opening scene in Saving Private Ryan."
— Bob Welch, author of Resolve

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No Excuses by Derrick Coleman Jr. with Marcus Brotherton

Simon & Schuster

No Excuses

by Derrick Coleman Jr. with Marcus Brotherton

The first deaf athlete to play offense in the NFL (and win a Super Bowl with the Seattle Seahawks!) relates his inspirational story of hard work and determination in his own words. Great for readers of all ages.

"Seahawks' Derrick Coleman has truly overcome the odds."
— Good Morning America

"Coleman's story … will pull at readers' heart strings…. A triumphant account … [a] sensitive retelling."
— Publisher's Weekly

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Still LoLo by Lauren Scruggs and the Scruggs family with Marcus Brotherton

Tyndale Momentum

Still LoLo

by Lauren Scruggs & the Scruggs family, with Marcus Brotherton

Lauren ("LoLo") Scruggs, a 23-year-old fashion journalist, suffered a sudden injury that made headlines around the world when she exited a small plane and was hit by the still-moving propeller blade. A frantic 911 call, several major surgeries, and thousands of prayers later, Lauren lived. But she lost her left hand and left eye. This is a compelling and fiercely beautiful story of determination, faith, and staying true to who you are — no matter what.

"…a beautiful read…"
— Giuliana Rancic, anchor E! News

"(Lauren's) attitude, joy, and faith are daily reminders of what I aspire to be."
— Tony Romo, Dallas Cowboys quarterback

A Dog Named Beautiful by Rob Kugler with Marcus Brotherton

Macmillan

A Dog Named Beautiful

by Rob Kugler (with Marcus Brotherton)

Booklist Starred Review. When U.S. Marine Staff Sergeant Rob Kugler returned home from Iraq after losing his brother in the fighting, he was a broken man. Rob's marriage fell apart, and all he felt he had left in life was his beloved chocolate lab, Bella. Then Bella got cancer — and everybody told Rob to put the dog down. Instead, Rob had her cancer-riddled leg amputated, buying her more time and affording her more comfort — and took off with Bella on an epic road trip around America. A Dog Named Beautiful is a book full of inspiration, hope, love, tears, and laughs.

"Expertly balance[d] … a must-read for fans of A Dog Called Hope and Travels with Charley."
— Booklist (Starred Review)

"A beautiful, beautiful book."
— Jenna Bush Hager

"…[an] emotionally-wrought memoir. Kugler's heartfelt and uplifting story reveals the transformative power pets can have."
— Publisher's Weekly

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Finding Martha's Place by Martha Hawkins with Marcus Brotherton

Simon & Schuster

Finding Martha's Place

by Martha Hawkins with Marcus Brotherton

Born the tenth of twelve children in Montgomery at the height of the Civil Rights Movement, Martha Hawkins overcame poverty and episodes of deep depression to become a successful restaurateur and inspirational speaker.

"A feel good memoir… with passion to spare."
— Publisher's Weekly

"… Remarkable…"
— Doug McMillon, CEO Wal-Mart International

"… Magical…"
— Beth Goehring, The Good Cook and Homestyle

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Iron Hope by James Lawrence with Marcus Brotherton

Macmillan

Iron Hope

by James Lawrence (with Marcus Brotherton)

In 2021, James "The Iron Cowboy" Lawrence set out on an ultra-endurance endeavor so difficult he wondered if he would even live. James ventured to complete a staggering 100 full-distance triathlons in 100 consecutive days. (A full-distance triathlon is a 2.4 mile swim, a 112-mile bike ride, and running a full marathon of 26.2 miles.) By persevering, James wanted to inspire people to do the same for whatever difficulties they are going through.

"[A] gritty compendium of insights into perseverance and willpower gleaned from completing 100 Ironmans in 100 consecutive days…those seeking a road map for tackling their next major challenge will find this worth a look."
— Publisher's Weekly

"This is essential reading for anybody with goals — not just athletes."
— Cameron Hanes, New York Times bestselling author of Endure

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An American Story by Wilmer Valderrama with Marcus Brotherton

HarperCollins

An American Story

by Wilmer Valderrama (with Marcus Brotherton)

Amazon Editors' Pick — Best Biographies & Memoirs. In this timely memoir, Wilmer Valderrama looks back on his journey from a tiny town in Venezuela to the big city of Los Angeles — how he found work in Hollywood as an unproven Latino actor, and used his determination and success to build a new life for himself, his family, and many others.

"A winning self-portrait."
— Publisher's Weekly

"Candid and outspoken."
— Kirkus

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A Higher Call by Adam Makos with Marcus Brotherton

Penguin

A Higher Call

by Adam Makos (with Marcus Brotherton)

A German pilot encounters an American pilot in the skies during the horrors of World War II, but instead of death and destruction, a beautiful story of courage, sacrifice, and brotherhood emerges in this New York Times and international bestseller.

"Beautifully told."
— CNN

"A remarkable story…worth retelling and celebrating."
— USA Today

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The Nightingale of Mosul by Col. Susan Luz with Marcus Brotherton

Kaplan

The Nightingale of Mosul

by Col. Susan Luz with Marcus Brotherton

Through the Peace Corps, inner city schools, working with adolescent psychiatric wards, and finally through service in Iraq, Colonel Susan Luz, who was awarded the Bronze Star for meritorious service, tells the story of a life dedicated to service, family, compassion, and country — and challenges readers to redefine their ideals of what it means to fight for what truly matters.

"… decidedly authentic …"
— Wall Street Journal

"I cried at times … and laughed like hell … every nurse should read this book."
— Edward "Babe" Heffron, E Co, 506th PIR, 101st Airborne

Kirby McCook and the Jesus Chronicles by Steve Arterburn and M.N. Brotherton

Tyndale

Kirby McCook and the Jesus Chronicles

by Steve Arterburn and M.N. Brotherton

Winner of ECPA Gold Medallion for Excellence in Children's Literature. It's like Captain Underpants meets the Bible, only reverent! What happens when a room full of kids find themselves without a junior-church teacher? They choose one of their own crowd to take her place, of course! Twelve-year-old Kirby McCook, mentored by his grandfather, leads his rambunctious friends through the stories of Jesus in this creative and fun Bible storybook, for ages 7-12.

Winner of ECPA Gold Medallion for Excellence in Children's Literature

"Oh, to be a kid again! If you're looking for a book about Jesus that your kids will absolutely love to read, check out Kirby McCook and the Jesus Chronicles. Your kids will laugh and learn. I highly recommend this book!"
— Max Lucado

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