Hi, I’m Allen Zadoff.
From Storytelling to Story Systems
After a decade of professional storytelling that includes writing award-winning novels, developing characters, and mastering narrative structure, I recognized that the same principles that make stories work could be systematized to help other writers.
My books including The Unknown Assassin, Wild & Chance, and The Donut Prince of New York taught me story architecture from the inside. Now as well as writing, I build AI tools that apply those same narrative principles to help writers solve structural challenges.
This writing foundation gives me unique insight into the struggle of real storytellers. I now apply that knowledge to developing narrative intelligence systems.
Named a 2024 Best Young Adult Book of the Year by Kirkus Reviews!
The Donut Prince of
New York
⭐️ “A pitch-perfect journey of self-discovery. “ —Kirkus, Starred Review
My new YA rom/com, The Donut Prince of New York, is out now! This novel dives deep into the life of 16-year-old Eugene Guterman—a high school playwright wrestling with a first crush, food and body issues, and the challenges of newfound popularity.
Some of you know from my past work that the struggles with weight and body image aren't just a theme in my books—they've been real chapters in my life. At a time when men rarely discussed these concerns, I faced them head-on. While the world has changed, stories spotlighting male protagonists grappling with such issues remain rare. So The Donut Prince is not just a story—it's a conversation that’s long overdue. Click here to learn more and pre-order now!
“Allen Zadoff offers a fascinating and eye-opening overview of AI and some of its practical applications for publishing professionals and writers, presented in clear, non-technical language — and with real time examples. Life changing!”
— Stuart Krichevsky, Founder, Stuart Krichevsky Literary Agency
Welcome to the future.
Demystifying the world of AI for writers of all types, award-winning author Allen Zadoff has created a comprehensive guide to the ethical and creative use of Generative AI tools for storytelling. With his signature warm and witty style, he walks writers through the practicalities of using AI systems like ChatGPT to brainstorm, outline, and yes—perhaps even write.
The Books
Young Adult & Middle Grade
YA Thriller Series
Non-Fiction
People Are Talking
★ “Instantly lovable…a pitch perfect journey of self-discovery.”
— Kirkus, starred review, Donut Prince
“Gentle, funny, uncommonly appealing.”
— Los Angeles Times, Hungry
“Boy makeover books are rare, and this one’s a gem.”
— Publisher’s Weekly, Food/Girls
“Laugh-out-loud humor, depictions of genuine teenage connections, and sly reworkings of evergreen tropes surrounding body image and high school stereotypes make for a subversive coming-of-age romp.”
—Publishers Weekly, Donut Prince
★ “Zadoff shines in this violent, entertaining take on the spy novel.”
— Publishers Weekly, starred review, Boy Nobody
“Fast, furious, and fun.”
— Kirk’s Reviews, I Am the Weapon
“Readers will not want to put this story down.”
— School Library Journal, Wild & Chance