Ghostwriting Services
Our ghostwriting services have been carefully designed by the best in the industry to make your dream of authoring a book a reality. Whether you've already begun drafting a potential bestseller but struggled to finish, have an extraordinary life story to share but your demanding day job is stopping you from putting pen to paper, or you want to help a relative preserve their legacy, The Ghostwriters Agency can help.
Our mission is simple – to connect you with the absolute best ghostwriting talent so you can tell your story, your way. Unlike other agencies, we are led by two multi-award-winning, bestselling ghostwriters, Shannon Kyle, and Teena Lyons. And our ghostwriters aren’t just talented writers – every name on our books has personally either collaborated on a bestseller or won an award for their work, so they know firsthand what it takes to create a compelling manuscript.
When you work with The Ghostwriters Agency, you can have confidence your story is in expert hands. If you have a powerful story to share and dream of getting it published, we can make it happen. Get in touch today to find out more about our award-winning ghostwriting services.
What ghostwriting services do you provide?
Picture The Ghostwriting Agency as literary matchmakers – we connect aspiring authors like you with the most talented ghostwriters in the industry.
We have dozens of ghostwriters on our books based all over the world, from the US to Canada to Greece to the UK. This allows us to help you pick the perfect writer for your genre, voice and vision.
The purpose of our ghostwriting services is always to find the perfect pairing – matching your unique story with a writer who can bring it to life.
What genres do your ghostwriting services cover?
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Business
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Biography and Memoir
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Celebrity
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Fiction
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Crime
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Politics and Current Affairs
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Romance
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Science Fiction and Fantasy
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How To / Self-Help
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True Life
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Science and Technology
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Young Adult
How do your ghostwriting services work?
The Ghostwriting Agency has invested a lot of time and effort into crafting a unique process that ensures you are matched with the perfect ghostwriter. Here’s how it works:
Fill in our form: Tell us a bit about your idea, why a book is the best way to tell your story and which existing titles you could see yourself competing with.
We’ll be in touch: Once we receive your completed form, we’ll aim to get back to you within 48 hours. We may need to ask a few more questions to make sure we understand what you want to achieve.
We’ll contact our ghostwriters: We’ll put together a brief and send it out to all of the ghostwriters on our books. We’ll let them know your deadline and budget, including any other key details. The ghostwriters are then given up to a week to respond.
Ghostwriters send their pitches: Interested ghostwriters will then put together proposals to pitch why they are the best person for your project. This might include:
Their relevant experience in your genre.
What approach they would take to bring your story to life.
Rates and payment terms for their ghostwriting services.
Approximate turnaround times.
Testimonials.
On average, authors receive 6-12 pitches from ghostwriters, however, this number can vary depending on factors like deadlines, availability and genre.
Review process: Once you receive the proposals, you will need to review each one and create a shortlist of your favourite ghostwriters. We recommend narrowing the list down to 3-5 ghostwriters.
Interview stage: The next step is setting up introductory calls with your shortlisted ghostwriters. This is an important part of the process as it gives you the chance to get a better sense of the ghostwriter’s personality to figure out if you would enjoy working with them.
Decision time: Once you have chosen which ghostwriter you would like to work with, we take a step back and the ghostwriter will share their contract and terms of business.
Exchange of contracts and payment: Once the fine details have been ironed out and you both sign the contract, you will be required to pay a deposit. The ghostwriter will then get to work. The rest of the fee will be made incrementally depending on what both parties agree in the contract.
What does a ghostwriter do?
Once you’ve agreed to the terms and conditions, signed your contract and paid the deposit, the real work begins.
Your ghostwriter will be in touch to:
Review all the materials you provide – such as diaries, notes, texts, and so on.
Conduct background research so that they can add more colour to your story.
Schedule personal, in-depth interviews so that they can really understand your journey.
Identify the structure of your story, its narrative arc and key themes.
Write each chapter in your unique voice.
Regularly send you drafts of chapters to make sure you’re happy.
Work with you on any changes you think will better tell your story.
Remember this is a collaborative effort. You and your ghostwriter will be working very closely together, which is why using our ghostwriting services to find the perfect ghostwriter is such an important decision.
What does a ghostwriting contract entail?
A ghostwriting contract will typically cover issues like:
Payment.
Copyright.
Confidentiality.
Potential resolutions if any issues arise.
Having an agreement in place that both parties are happy with helps to ensure a smoother process and avoid potential misunderstandings.
Why should I speak with potential ghostwriters before starting?
This is a crucial step in our matchmaking process to ensure we can deliver the best ghostwriting services possible.
Ghostwriting is very much about chemistry and so we highly recommend vetting your potential matches to make sure you both click. You need a ghostwriter who understands you, and it’s imperative that you’re both on the same page to make the project a success.
You might think one particular ghostwriter is your clear perfect match, but let’s face it, sometimes, opposites attract. Your perfect ghostwriter is not always the obvious choice, so it’s crucial to speak with all the names on your shortlist first.
Do you have any tips for choosing the right ghostwriter?
When choosing your ghostwriter, you need to consider more than just their experience and backcatalogue.
Remember, you are probably going to be spending 20 hours with this person, quite possibly opening up about very personal and intense memories. So choosing the right ghostwriter can almost be like choosing a therapist.
We recommend choosing someone who makes you feel relaxed, you can speak openly with, and whose company you genuinely enjoy.
How long does it take a ghostwriter to write a book?
We have published best-selling celebrity autobiographies in as little as three weeks.
But typically, it takes a ghostwriter who is working full-time between three and six months to research and complete a book.
What is the average cost of a ghostwriter?
The average cost of a ghostwriter will vary according to the genre and complexity of the book, as well as the amount of interview time required. It will also depend upon the experience and seniority of the ghostwriter, although each of the ghosts on our books have worked on high profile bestsellers. Once we know more about the project, we will be able to quote a range of fees and then it is up to authors to negotiate with their chosen ghost.
Your payment details will be confirmed in your contract. Usually, you will be required to pay some kind of upfront fee but the exact amount can vary from a third of the total to a sixth to half. This will very much depend on the individual ghostwriter. The rest of the cost will be spread across the time it takes to write your book.
What do you charge for your ghostwriting services?
You will not be charged for using our ghostwriting services. Instead, we take a commission from the ghostwriter.
Unlike other agencies, which charge ghostwriters 15-20% of their total fee, we only take 10%. The amount is payable by the ghostwriter after you have signed your contract and delivered your first payment.
Will The Ghostwriting Agency help me get my book published?
Many clients who’ve used our ghostwriting services have successfully published and sold their books in stores like Waterstones and WHSmith. Some have even gone on to become Amazon bestsellers.
Our team at The Ghostwriting Agency wants to see your book become a success and so we would love to use our hundreds of contacts within traditional, hybrid and self-publishing to help you get the book deal your story deserves. All of our ghostwriters are well connected within the publishing industry. If you are interested in hearing more about ghostwriting services, please get in touch today.
How quickly can you pair me with a ghostwriter?
If you get in touch about our ghostwriting services today, you could potentially be paired with your perfect ghostwriter within a week.
Timings can vary but if you are on a deadline that is super urgent, we understand that and will try our best to accommodate your needs.
Once I’m paired with a ghostwriter, when will they start work on my book?
The beauty of our ghostwriting services is that you will only receive proposals from ghosts who are immediately available, or able to meet your deadline. This means there is no chance you will be paired with your dream ghostwriter, only to learn you have to wait six months until they have capacity to take on your project.
When you fill in our form, please outline any time constraints to us and we will work around your schedule. Once we have paired you with your perfect ghostwriter, they will start work immediately after you sign the contract.
Do your ghostwriters get credits?
Whether you want to credit your ghostwriter is a decision you need to agree with them.
Some publishers hate the idea of giving any credit to ghostwriters. Others are happy to give credit but don’t want the ghostwriter’s name on the front cover.
From our experience, most ghostwriters do not mind either way, but again, this is an agreement that will need to be made between you and your ghostwriter.
Are your ghostwriting services confidential?
Yes, all of our ghostwriting services are 100% confidential.
What if it’s not working with my assigned ghostwriter?
It’s pretty rare that something like this ever happens, but if it does, please get in touch with us at The Ghostwriting Agency. Your happiness is our priority.
Do ghostwriters get royalties?
Ghostwriters from The Ghostwriting Agency only accept flat fees. Royalties are almost never in the interest of a ghostwriter unless it is an extremely high-profile book with one of the big five publishers – for example, like Prince Harry’s book, Spare.
Typically, ghostwriters do not get royalties.
Are ghostwriters worth it?
Every great book starts with a fantastically written manuscript, so if you’re serious about this project, then teaming up with one of our established ghostwriters is worth every penny.
Let’s face it, you can promote the hell out of a mediocre book, but if it’s not well-written, it won’t sell. That's where we differ from other ghostwriting agencies – the quality of writing is what lies at the heart of our business and why we only have bestselling ghostwriters on our books.
Remember, securing a book deal is highly competitive. Publishers receive thousands of proposals every year. By investing in our ghostwriting services, you not only ensure that your book is written to the highest standard but your proposal stands out. Our ghostwriters have insider knowledge; they know from experience what publishers are looking for and how to put together a winning proposal. We also have hundreds of contacts within the publishing industry and would love to guide you to get the book deal you deserve.
Get in touch with the Ghostwriters Agency today to find out more.
Is using a ghostwriter ethical?
Although this topic can sometimes turn into a heated debate, the truth is, people have been using ghostwriters for as long as publishing has existed. Even William Shakespeare, one of the greatest writers that ever lived, used ghostwriters at times.
So yes, using a ghostwriter is perfectly ethical. But if you would rather nobody knew, there is no reason anyone needs to find out that you used a ghostwriter. This is a confidential service.
Are ghostwriters legal?
Of course, ghostwriters are legal. In fact, ghostwriters date back thousands of years. In Ancient Egypt, they had ghostwriters called the Scribes who professionally wrote down what other people thought and said for prosperity.
Ghostwriting services really are nothing new and they certainly do not illegitimise your story.
Why should I use your ghostwriting services?
We are so proud of our ghostwriting services because we only bring the best to the table. Every single ghostwriter on our roster is a bestseller, and we've got the badges to prove it; Financial Times Business Book of the Year, the Times’ Business Book of the Year, the Guardian Book of the Year – and more.
From billionaires to high-profile entrepreneurs, from Lionesses to other sports stars and celebrities and ordinary people with extraordinary stories… Over the years, we’ve had incredible opportunities to ghostwrite for people like Deborah Meaden, Ann Boden, Bill Grimsey, Jade Goody, Allan Leighton, Katie Piper, Paul Connolly, Emma O’Reilly – to name a few. But now, we would like to work with you
Please get in touch about our ghostwriting services today, and you could be holding your own book sooner than you think.