Wednesday, October 5, 2011

How to Choose a Ghostwriter

           Many people need help when writing books, speeches, ads, and autobiographies or other professional written works. Using a ghostwriter is a timesaving way to get the job done, while supervising script development. Here are a few keys to choosing a ghostwriter that is a positive fit.

1)                 Love the Project
Writers always write better about topics they really care about. Pre-screen prospective ghostwriters. Make sure you’re on the same page with topic fascination.
2)                Experience Counts
Make sure your ghostwriter is a true professional. Review past projects and past clients. Only then sit down and talk money.
3)                Stick to your Budget
Ghostwriters are available with a broad pallet of skills and expertise. And, you really do get what you pay for! Make sure you know exactly what you can afford and stay under that financial bar.  

            In the last few minutes of the movie “Field of Dreams,” Kevin Costner, frustrated and unfulfilled, said, “I’ve done everything you wanted and I never asked, ‘What’s in it for me?’  Well, ‘What’s in it for me?’” Most ghostwriters come from the same place.
They want money. Plain and simple.
Most ghosted books are assigned as Work-for-Hire for between $15,000 and $40,000, by average industry standards.
The good news is that, once your ghostwriter is finished, you own the results. And, believe me, it is your work. No ghostwriter came up with the concept. No ghostwriter spent hours hammering out storyline details. No ghostwriter paid for the labor. This is your baby and you deserve the credit.
So, get a good ghostwriter, make sure that your minds are in harmony, and provide the leadership to see your project through.
           Ghostwriters are great resources to help you achieve your dreams!

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