Ghostwriting

ghostwriting

Find the right ghostwriter to help you write the best book possible

There are two kinds of people who need ghostwriters: One who doesn’t have the time and the other who has no inclination to write. Our talented pool of ghostwriters includes freelancers who will work with you on a moderate budget as well as authors who have written 20 or 30 books. Several of our book doctors are sought after by publishers who are asking them to write a book, and most of our ghostwriters are writing for top publishers.

Our ghostwriting partners are talented and compelling writers who are easy to work with. They:

  • Know how to capture the right tone
  • Ask the right questions
  • Meet deadlines
  • Understand how to write for a specific audience
  • Know how to maintain your voice throughout the work

If you think that you need someone else to write your book for you, contact Lisa Tener. She will help you find the perfect ghostwriter—someone who will capture the essence of you in your book.

Our ghostwriters will work within your budget, but it should be noted that because ghostwriting projects generally take six or seven months, a 120 page book starts at $12,000 and a 250 page book at $18,000. If that’s not in your budget, you may want to look for a less experienced ghostwriter at elance.com.

Contact Lisa to connect you with a talented ghostwriter to suit your genre, needs and budget

Ghostwriting FAQ:


Do you have ghostwriters for particular genres?

Yes, we have ghostwriters who specialize in self-help or how-to books. Others specialize in specific areas such as finance, relationships, business, personal memoir, personal success, health and healing, going green and many other areas. We also have some ghostwriters with very broad experiences. Lisa will personally speak with you to find the best match for your needs.

Will the ghostwriter’s name be on my book?

This is your decision. If you wish to have the person named as a co-author, you can say “with” or “and.” If you do not wish to have the ghostwriter receive credit, just be sure that you discuss it before commencing the project and have it in your written agreement.

Regardless of the name situation, ghostwriters would like to know that they can receive a reference and testimonial for their work. If you don’t want the ghostwriting to be public, you may still be able to write a testimonial that addresses the writer’s abilities as an editor or coach.

Who will do the research for my book?

This is another area where you decide what you need. If you enjoy research, or already have the data, this could keep down the overall cost of the project. If the ghostwriter needs to do extensive research, it will add to the price, but can save you a lot of time. The most important thing is to define ahead of time how much research each party will do.

How many revisions can I make?

This will be decided between you and the ghostwriter, and your initial agreement should be specific. If you desire revisions beyond those initially agreed upon, that can generally be done for additional cost.

Can you suggest a ghostwriter for my book proposal, or do they only ghostwrite books?

Yes, we can connect you with a ghostwriter for your book proposal.

Will I be working with Lisa Tener directly?

On ghostwriting projects, the answer is generally, no. Our referral partners are hand selected by Lisa, and she will suggest the person or people who seem to be the best match. From then on, you will work directly with the ghostwriter and will develop a written agreement or contract with that person.

Occasionally, a client will want to have Lisa provide input into the project, such as ideas during the outlining phase, editing a chapter or looking at the book from a marketing perspective. In that case, you would have a separate agreement with Lisa solely for that work

How will I work with my ghostwriter?

You and your ghost writer will determine the best way for you to proceed. You may choose to meet regularly, to talk on the phone at determined intervals, email drafts back and forth or provide materials that the ghostwriter will review and put into a book form. In any case, you will also want to schedule some intense personal meetings that allow you and your ghostwriter to truly understand one another.

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