Your Voice Matters.
Your Book Can Prove It.
Ally brings 25+ years of insider knowledge working with hundreds of authors to audiences who want to write, publish, and promote the right book.
Speaking and Media
Why Event Organizers Love
Bringing Ally In
Clear, actionable insights.
Audiences get practical steps based on real publishing experience.
Warm, engaging delivery
Encouraging, energizing, and relatable… even when discussing publishing industry truths.
Customized for every audience
From first-time nonfiction authors to seasoned thought leaders.
A career built on credibility
25+ years in publishing
Former Simon & Schuster editor
Ghostwriter of a national bestseller
Editor & book doctor for Big Five publishers.
“I hosted Ally as an expert panelist for one of my events, and I particularly loved her breakdown of different types of editing and how they’re applied to books and when, her walkthrough of how AI can be used well or badly for drafting a book, and her phenomenal humor and banter that created fantastic energy among the panelists and for our audience.”
Tina Dietz
Twin Flames Studios
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Ally Machate
(Pronounced Muh-shah-tee)
Founder of The Writer’s Ally, Author, Book Editor, Publishing Consultant, and Speaker.
Speaking & Past Appearances
Click below to explore her curated playlist of interviews, trainings, and talks
Meet Ally
Leveraging 25 years in the industry, including a background in “Big Five” publishing, bestselling author and expert consultant Ally Machate loves using her insider knowledge of the book industry and wealth of experience to lead serious authors toward publishing success.
As a guest, Ally brings straight-talk, humor, and encouraging positivity to help entrepreneurs and experts write and publish the right book to achieve their goals in the best way for them.
How to avoid writing the wrong book.
How to boost your business with a book.
Choosing the right team to produce your book.
The 3 paths to publication: Which is best for you?
Why book sales aren't the goal for an expert author.
About Ally Machate
For more than two decades, Ally worked inside the publishing world as a former Simon & Schuster editor, award-winning ghostwriter, book doctor, and consultant trusted by hundreds of authors, entrepreneurs, and even entire publishing houses.
Today, she speaks on stages and podcasts to give authors what the industry rarely offers:
Honest guidance, editing with heart, clear path to publishing, and strategic marketing support.
Whether you're hosting writers, entrepreneurs, coaches, or industry professionals, your audience will walk away informed, empowered, and ready to write the right book.
“Amazing! Very thoughtful and precise answers to all the questions. Ally will give you an authentic no fluff perspective on the purpose of writing books, she helps you look way beyond ROI, and she’s real about the commitment and work writing a book implies, even if you’re working with a ghostwriter.”
David Perez
Host of The Talking Silkworm
“Ally was a great guest and I enjoyed my interview with her very much. I highly recommend her as a guest to other hosts!”
Mitch Carson
Host of The Amazing Authorities Podcast
“Fabulous, energetic speaker full of tips and tricks for writers of all levels. I’ve heard Ally speak multiple times and I always walk away with action items to improve my writing and to pass on to others. She received rave reviews. Definitely recommend her!”
Lucinda Jackson
Coordinator California Writers Club, Mt. Diablo Chapter
Invite Ally to Your Event
Whether you’re organizing a summit, conference, podcast, panel, book festival, or professional development series, Ally will bring depth, clarity, warmth, and practical takeaways that your audience will be talking about long after your event ends.