You’ve got big ideas that you want to get out in the world, but you have a little problem. Writing isn’t exactly your thing. Or maybe you just don’t have time to put pen to paper (or fingers to keyboard). The good news is whether you want to publish a blog, book, magazine article or white paper, a ghostwriter can be a shortcut to the byline you’ve always wanted.
When selecting a ghostwriter, it’s best to find someone you “click” with since you’ll be spending a bit of time together. Read some writing samples, but realize that a good ghostwriter can adapt his or her style to sound like many different people — because that’s exactly what they’re paid to do. So the tone and voice of your content may be decidedly different from that of any samples you review.
Every ghostwriter has their own approach, but the process typically consists of several steps:
- Development: The focus and organization of the content is determined.
- Rough draft: First version of the manuscript is created based on interviews the ghostwriter conducts with you.
- Editorial stage: You’ll provide feedback for the ghostwriter to incorporate.
- Proofreading: Correction of any typos or grammatical errors.
Before starting your project, think carefully about what you want to say and how you want to say it. You’re the expert, so the writer will rely on you to provide information before they start wordsmithing. If possible, look for someone with expertise in your subject matter. However, a good writer can often gather the information they need by conducting independent research and interviews. They’ll also look to capture your voice, so consider the tone you’d like to convey. Is it serious? Casual? Whimsical?
Perhaps most importantly, make sure the ghostwriter understands what you’re looking to achieve. Generally, the more you can tell your writer about what you’re looking for, the more likely the content will meet your expectations.
Once you receive the draft for review, read it carefully. You may be tempted to just skim the content at first and then read it more thoroughly at a later stage. But it’s important not to make substantial changes late in the process, or the piece will have to be re-edited/proofed — and this may lengthen your production schedule and add to final costs.
Pricing depends on several factors, including:
- Length and format of the content.
- Subject matter complexity.
- Interviewing needed.
- Research required.
- Number of revisions.
- Time frame for the job.
Nexus Content offers ghostwriting services for individuals, businesses and brands. We’re happy to speak with you about your project and provide a free estimate. Lack of time, resources or writing skill doesn’t have to stop you from becoming a published author or thought leader in your field.
Let one of our ghostwriters make your writing problems vanish into thin air.