Gunner A. Lindbloom
Author Ghostwriter Publisher Speaker Coach Thought Leader
Professional Summary
Resilient visionary literary professional with an extraordinary life journey—from troubled beginnings to becoming best-selling author, publisher, coach, and speaker. Elite expert in the art story development and story delivery, with a God-given talent for crafting compelling stories that resonate and evoke genuine emotion from readers. Proven success as a writer, entrepreneur, coach, and inspirational leader who helps people find their voices and craft incredible stories that can entertain, inspire, or call people to action.
Key Accomplishments
Best-selling author of the acclaimed TO BE A KING series, hailed as “the next Godfather”
CEO & Founder of OUR THING Apparel, an urban apparel line with global reach
President and Founder of White Pine Publishing & Consulting
Host of hundreds of long-form radio and YouTube shows
Featured on Fox, Fox Nation, VLAD TV, Huffington Post, and dozens more
Ghostwriter to the elite, specializing in autobiographical call to action self-help
Publishing, editing, and developmental consultant for novice to advanced writers
Has worked with multiple bestsellers and Pulitzer Prize winners
Professional Experience
White Pine Publishing & Consulting – Founder & CEO
2023–Present
Boutique publishing company focused on advanced story development and top-tier ghostwriting. Worked with and consulted numerous bestselling authors, CEOs, and coaches on how to bring their stories to life with power and impact. Ghostwritten multiple books for elite top-tier clients.
Author Ghostwriter Screenwriter
2003–Present
Written 12 books, including a book on how to write a great book, and the best-selling TO BE A KING series, with nearly 300 combined reviews and a 4.8-star rating. Currently has two new novels about to be released and is writing a film adaption for a best-selling Sci-Fi novel, as well as a TV series starring and directed by Golden Globe-winning actor Armand Assante.
OUR THING Apparel – Founder & CEO
2017–Present
Launched and built an edgy urban/athletic/casual apparel brand that celebrates hometown pride and your inner mafia. The line has sold around the world.
YouTube & Radio Host
2019–Present
Produced and hosted hundreds of shows based on writing, culture, current events and hot topics. Currently has a YouTube channel with 16,500+ subscribers. Hosted “OUR THING” on Detroit’s 910 Super Station for three years and then on 1010 FM The King in Atlanta for a year.
Inspirational Speaker
2017–Present
Speaks at conferences, rehabs, organizations, schools, churches, jails, and prisons, sharing his unique story and philosophy for mental, spiritual, and physical transformation geared towards finding true purpose, fulfillment, and happiness.
Education
St. Clair College
2012–2016
Associate’s Degree – 3.9 GPA
School of Hard Knocks
1973–Present
Studied Never Give Up Till You Win, Regardless Of The Odds
Skills
• Advanced Creative Writing (All Forms)
• Story Development & Coaching
• Elite-tier Ghostwriting
• Advanced Line & Developmental Editing
• Screenwriting (TV, Film, Content)
• Publishing & Brand Development
• Motivational & Inspirational Speaker
• Host & Media Personality
• Visionary Leader & Innovator