Question 1

Will my name be on the book and not the ghostwriter's?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The ghostwriter is invisible. Your name is on the cover, the title page, the copyright page, and in all marketing. Standard ghostwriting contracts include a non disclosure agreement that legally binds the writer from claiming credit. We have never had a ghostwriter break that agreement.

Question 2

How does the ghostwriter capture my voice?

Accepted Answer

Through structured discovery interviews, typically 8 to 20 hours of recorded conversation over 4 to 8 weeks. The writer transcribes, identifies your distinctive phrasing and rhythm, then drafts in your voice. You read each chapter and flag anything that does not sound like you. Two or three chapters in, the voice match is usually consistent.

Question 3

How much does ghostwriting cost?

Accepted Answer

Memoir and business books typically run 0.50 to 2.00 dollars per word. A 60,000 word book is 30,000 to 90,000 dollars over 6 to 12 months. Pricing reflects the writer's experience, your topic complexity, and how much research is required. Lower rates exist but quality at sub 0.40 dollars per word is unreliable.

Question 4

What genres do you ghostwrite?

Accepted Answer

Memoir (the largest category), business and authority books, self help, narrative nonfiction, and category fiction (thriller, mystery, romance). We do not currently ghostwrite literary fiction, poetry, or academic monographs because those require very specific author craft that ghostwriting cannot reliably substitute for.

Question 5

How do I avoid getting scammed by a fake ghostwriter?

Accepted Answer

Red flags: no portfolio of published work (even under client names), no client references willing to talk to you, prices below 0.40 dollars per word, demand for full payment upfront, vague NDA language. Real ghostwriters work in milestones, take 25 to 33 percent upfront with the rest tied to drafts delivered, and have published portfolios you can verify.

Question 6

Can I co write with a ghostwriter instead of full ghostwriting?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Co writing typically means you draft chapters first and the ghostwriter rewrites and develops them. Or the writer drafts and you rewrite extensively. Co writing reduces total cost (often 30 to 50 percent less than full ghostwriting), produces more authentic author voice, and works well for authors who can write but lack time or structural skill.

Question 7

How long does ghostwriting take?

Accepted Answer

Six to twelve months for a 60,000 to 80,000 word book is realistic. Anything faster than three months is either lower quality or has a writer with very limited other commitments. Plan for the full year if quality matters and your schedule includes more than one round of feedback.

Question 8

What rights does the ghostwriter retain?

Accepted Answer

None. Standard ghostwriting contracts assign all rights, copyright, and royalties to you. The ghostwriter is paid a flat fee and walks away. Some experienced ghostwriters negotiate a small royalty share on bestsellers (typically 5 to 10 percent) but this is uncommon and only happens when the book has serious commercial potential and the writer has significant credentials.

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