A client used ChatGPT to write a book – here's what no one tells you
Thinking of using AI to write your book? A professional editor reveals what authors need to know before trusting ChatGPT with their manuscript.
How to Write a Book Proposal Publishers Can't Ignore
Want to land a book deal? Bestselling ghostwriter Shannon Kyle shares her proven tips for writing a standout book proposal.
How To Become A Ghostwriter: Training, Finding Work and Salary Expectations
Bestselling ghostwriter Teena Lyons shares her expert advice on breaking into the industry, landing your first clients, understanding what the job involves and joining The Ghostwriters Agency.
Become a bestselling ghostwriter - 20 top tips
Twenty useful tips on how to build a career as a successful bestselling ghostwriter
Can AI write a book for me? An update
Can AI write a complete book without any help from a human, let alone a professional ghostwriter? A lot has changed in the past year. This updated blog shows what AI can, can can’t do.
The secret to becoming a high earning ghostwriter? Specialism
Ghostwriting is one of the best ways to make a living as a writer, but the real money lies in having a specialism. Clients often pay more for a ghost who brings expertise as well as words.
How to get ghostwriting clients: Our top tips from networking to pitching
We share our top tips—from pitching to networking—on how ghostwriters can secure work with fair pay.
How I left journalism and doubled my salary – by accidentally becoming a ghostwriter
Ghostwriting fits around school runs, dinner, and deadlines, all while earning about double—or more—what I made as a freelance journalist.
Who hires a ghostwriter and why do authors need them?
Deciding to hire a ghostwriter is a big step. It’s your story, your voice, your vision – so handing that over to someone else can feel a little daunting at first. But here’s the thing: authors hire ghostwriters way more often than you probably realise.
How much does a ghostwriter cost? UK fees and royalties explained
it’s important to ask yourself what your goal is; are you aiming for a professional, bestselling book – or just the cheapest way to get words on a page?
All you need to know about a career in ghostwriting: bestselling ghosts tell all
How much do ghostwriters get paid? What sort of people become bestselling ghostwriters? Who do they write for? Answers to all these questions and more via The Ghostwriters Agency annual survey.
How to hire a ghostwriter: Tips from a bestselling author
Sunday Times bestseller Shannon Kyle reveals what hiring a ghost really involves, including tips on what to look out for, how to hire a ghostwriter successfully and even what increases the chances of making your book a success, whether it’s a memoir, novel or non-fiction book.
Why should I write a book?
‘Writing a book’ is on the bucket list for many people for very good reason. As Maya Angelou says in, I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings ,’ There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you’’, but employing a ghostwriter can make your dream of becoming an author a reality.
How do I find a publishing deal?
Can ChatGPT write a book for me? Seven reasons to use a ghostwriter instead
If something sounds too good to be true, it usually is – here's why it's probably better (and safer) to hire a bestselling author than use ChatGPT to write your book.
How much money do authors make and will my book make me rich?
Income from books can be unpredictable, but there can be rewards outside of book sales. In short, books are a client magnet.
Which celebrity books were ghostwritten? Thousands of memoirs are penned by secret co-authors
Did your favourite celebrity really write their own book? The chances are very high that they had help from a ghostwriter. But, how can you tell?
What’s it like being a ghostwriter for a celebrity?
When people ask what I do for a living (and after I’ve explained what a ghostwriter actually does) the next question is inevitable.
‘Have you ever written any stories for anyone famous?’
What is a ghostwriter?
What is a ghostwriter? It’s the most common question I get asked and the answer is quite simple. We are professional writers who write for other people.
Ghostwriters in the news
Happy birthday to The Ghostwriters Agency. A lot has happened in its first year.