Your Work, Elevated.

Writing and Program Development. Editorial Refinement.

Donna Zucker

Principal of Storyguide

I work with individuals and institutions to organize, shape, and refine complex and consequential writing projects.From early-stage research and organization to refinement and final form—each project developed to the highest professional standard. 

Client Projects Include > Book Development; Application Preparation; Editorial Review of Presentations; Establishment of Writing Guidelines; Creating Original Writing Programs and Initiatives for Institutions, and more.

Two decades shaping stories for publishing, academic, and cultural institutions in New York—experience that informs every Storyguide project.

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  • Donna set her own standards for excellence.

    Brigid Galloway, Former Deputy Manager, Time Inc. Content Solutions

  • Donna is a phenomenal instructor and an asset to her students and Pace University.

    Dr. Robert Mundy, Chair, Writing and Cultural Studies, Pace University, Pleasantville

  • Without her, I don’t think I would have been able to sign my book deal. Highly recommend.

    Robert Fraterrigo, Former Federal Agent, Author of “Divided Freedom” (2024)

  • Donna is intelligent and confident professional who is generous with her time and thoughtful in her communication.

    Haisam Hussein, Illustrator & Infographics Artist, National Geographic, BBC, VICE, ProPublica

  • Donna finds the compelling and vital story that is hidden in the thick of the facts.

    Vijay Seshadri, Literary Critic, Pulitzer PrizeWinning Poet

  • No matter where you are in your writing life, Donna is there to inspire, instruct and encourage you to find a voice for your story.

    Amy Small, New York, Private Publication, Memoir and Family History