How to become a ghostwriter
There are no obvious paths to becoming a ghostwriter but an expert can give you some clues
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.
How much does ghostwriting cost?
What happens at the London Book Fair?
This year was the first time The Ghostwriters Agency attended the London Book Fair. We set up our agency last year and already have a vast network of bestselling ghostwriters and therefore are keen to spread the word. And what better place to do this than at the London Book Fair?
I need a ghostwriter… where do I start?
The realisation that you need a ghostwriter to help your book project can feel like a revelatory moment. That’s because you’ve reached a stage in your book writing process that means you’re serious about making it a success.
What does a ghostwriter need to write a book?
Ten skills every successful ghostwriter needs
Ghostwriters need to write well, that’s a given, but they need other key skills too
New Year resolution: to write a book!
The novelist Philip Roth, rather sniffily, said once: “It's true that everyone has a book inside them, and that is exactly where it should stay. “ But I disagree with the great man.
Writing a book is good for business
Publishing a book helps you ‘own’ your space, it can also give your business a boost in some unexpected ways.
It’s not me, it’s you – Finding an author’s voice
Capturing an author’s voice is a vital part of the ghostwriting process. But, what does this mean?
How reliable are our memories?
When it comes to writing a memoir, most clients rely on memory. But without solid references from our past, how do we know we’re remembering correctly?
Five reasons why you should write your own book
Thinking of writing a book? Here are five reasons why you should go right ahead.
Six tips to start your memoir
It is useful in any case to lay the groundwork with the important people in your life to let them know you are writing your life story. As well as giving them a chance to mentally prepare they can be very helpful to the process. When it comes to family, they may be able to supply information about your past.
How to tell when your draft is finished
Graham Greene memorably said: forgetting is the compost of the imagination. Let the words sink in for a few days and then start the process of analysis.
Seven emotions writing a book creates
Every book feels overwhelming to write when faced with a blank page. We all start with nothing and must organise thoughts and ideas into something magical.
Lessons from the top
When the Duke of Sussex’s ghostwriter revealed the behind-the-scenes story of the making of Harry’s memoir Spare, it provided some fascinating insights into the previously secretive, and sometimes misunderstood, profession of ghostwriting.
Top five talents every ghostwriter needs
Looking for a ghostwriter? There are certain talents that are essential for a successful collaboration.
Do I need a ghostwriter?
Most people can write, so why do they need a ghostwriter? Couldn't they just do it themselves? Well, yes they can, but there are some compelling reasons why a collaboration with a ghost will produce a much better outcome.