February 22, 2012

Does Your Ghostwriter or Editor Need to be an Expert in Your Field?

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I’ve ghosted books on nearly every conceivable subject. The first question every new ghostwriting client asks is, “Are you an expert or do you know anything about [fill in the blank]?” My answer is usually always the same: “No.” So how do I do what I do? Furthermore, why do these people hire me nonetheless? Answer: While it is … [Read more...]

Ghostwriters: They’re Not Just for the Rich and Famous

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“I’ve got a book inside me and I can’t get it out!” I hear it all the time. I usually offer the typical solutions: stick two fingers down your throat. If that doesn’t work, hire an exorcist. If neither of these do the trick, there’s the standard third option—the old Nike credo: Just do it! Just sit down and write the darn … [Read more...]