Archive for July 2023
The Importance of the Ghostwriter’s Outline
I had a client who provided me with a sizable amount of information to write the story. These were journals, and the client explained the writing was stream of consciousness. The idea was to get the thoughts onto paper as fast as possible. I applauded this client with getting the story out of the head…
Read MoreGhostwriting a Marketing Plan Inside a Book Proposal
When ghostwriting a book, I am sometimes asked to also write the book proposal. I remember the first time I was asked to do this. I had no idea, so I did my research. A book proposal is a plan to convince either an agent or a publisher that your manuscript should become a book.…
Read MoreWhen Ghostwriter and Client Disagree, Here’s 1 Solution
I’ve long known that a client-ghostwriter relationship can resemble a marriage at times. The client is sharing so much with so many details that, inevitably, the client gets put in a vulnerable situation. It is up to the ghostwriter to treat that information, and by extension the client, with all the care, decency, and sensitivity…
Read MoreHow to Interview Someone When Ghostwriting a Memoir
As I’ve previously written, having other sources when ghostwriting a memoir fleshes out a story with different points of view, confirms details, and helps neutralize the “unreliable narrator.” A professional in memoir ghostwriting can help you turn your life experiences into a compelling, well-crafted story that captures your unique voice and perspective. To get these…
Read MoreWhy Interview Others When Ghostwriting a Memoir
I specialize in ghostwriting three non-fiction types: memoir, business book, and expository essay. Of these, memoirs take the longest to complete. The main reason, I have found, is it takes longer to organize an outline and write about an individual’s life. Experienced book editors in Seattle can help refine your manuscript, enhancing clarity, structure, and…
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