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About Attorney Author Guide

Last updated: November 2026

Who publishes this site?

Attorney Author Guide is published by Big Impact Books, the independent publisher and book marketing service led by Melanie Herschorn. It is one of a small number of websites Big Impact Books publishes, and it focuses on book publishing for attorneys and for the CEOs and business owners who want a book that builds authority.

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What does Big Impact Books do?

The business

Big Impact Books helps CEOs, attorneys, professionals, and business owners worldwide develop, publish, and promote books that build authority and support business growth. Its process includes guided interviews that help create the manuscript, along with publishing and promotional support such as podcast placements and media outreach.

The done-for-you process is designed to take about one hour a week of the author’s time and to keep the author’s authentic voice. Big Impact Books does not rely on ghostwriting. Learn more on the Big Impact Books main website.

Melanie Herschorn

Melanie Herschorn is an independent publisher, book promotion expert, and bestselling author. She brings over 20 years of experience as a celebrity publicist, award-winning journalist in radio, print, and TV, clothing designer, and entrepreneur.

She earned a master’s degree in journalism from the University of Southern California, graduating first in her class. She grew up in Canada, has lived on both US coasts, and lives in Arizona. Her books are Lasting Legal Impact and Make a Big Impact with Your Book.

Why does this site exist?

Search results for legal book publishing are dominated by law book stores and reference publishers. Very little of it speaks to the attorney who wants to be the author, or to the business owner who wants a book to build authority. This site fills that gap with plain answers, a step-by-step process, and an honest comparison of options.

Because Big Impact Books publishes the site, it naturally describes Big Impact Books services. Comparisons state their criteria openly, and our approach page explains how guidance is formed. This is not an independent review site, and nothing here is legal advice.

Start with the guide to book publishing for attorneys.

Common questions

Short answers here. Every question is also answered on the full book publishing FAQ.

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 develop, publish, and promote books that build authority and support business growth. Its process includes guided interviews to create manuscripts, plus promotional support such as podcast placements and media outreach.See this answer in the FAQ
Who is Melanie Herschorn?: Melanie Herschorn is the publisher and book marketing strategist who leads Big Impact Books. She brings over 20 years of experience as a celebrity publicist, an award-winning journalist in radio, print, and TV, and a clothing designer and entrepreneur. She earned a master’s degree in journalism from the University of Southern California, graduating first in her class.See this answer in the FAQ
Do you work with authors outside the United States?: Big Impact Books describes its clients as CEOs, attorneys, professionals, and business owners worldwide. Melanie Herschorn grew up in Canada, has lived on both US coasts, and now lives in Arizona. To confirm how sessions are scheduled for your time zone, review the details on the main website, yourbigimpactbook.com.See this answer in the FAQ
Does Big Impact Books offer free resources?: Yes. Big Impact Books offers a free guide and book planning checklist on its main website, yourbigimpactbook.com. It also publishes a blog with articles on building brand awareness, developing authority, book marketing tips, and growing an audience, and Melanie Herschorn hosts The Big Impact Playbook Podcast.See this answer in the FAQ
How do I get started with Big Impact Books?: Start by reviewing the publishing and promotion information at yourbigimpactbook.com, where you can learn about the process and connect with the team. Before you reach out, it helps to know your ideal reader, the business goal for your book, and the topics you explain to clients again and again.See this answer in the FAQ