Ghostwriting & Editing Services

In what subjects does Stephen have knowledge and expertise that he can bring to the table when ghostwriting a book?

 

Stephen has authored five novels under his own name plus books on business leadership, marketing communications, entrepreneurship, marketing, self improvement, advertising creation, as well as brand image creation and renovation. To review his business books, CLICK HERE. He has ghostwritten a number of memoirs for individuals as well as books on process-based management, lean manufacturing, build-to-order manufacturing, product development, how-it-was-done start-up successes, as well as a couple of self help books for clinical psychologists.

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How does the ghostwriting process work?

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The typical ghostwriting process goes something like this. An hour-long session will be scheduled each week between Stephen and the book’s author. The meeting will take place either by telephone or Zoom. During the first session, the author will give Stephen a broad overview of the book he or she wants written. From that Steve will develop an outline, breaking the book into chapters if possible. Going forward, Steve and the author will work through the outline. The author talks, Stephen asks questions, and the meeting is recorded. Stephen writes drafts of chapters that are send to the author. The author edits them, or alternatively, Steve and the author talk about the chapter at the next session, and Stephen edits the chapter based on the author’s input. Usually within three to six months, there is a finished manuscript that will be published by The Oaklea Press. Alternatively, the author can take the manuscript to another punisher if he or she wishes.

 

What if I already have a draft of a book?

 

If you have a complete or a partial manuscript, send Steve an email and let him know about it. He likely will ask you to send him a Word file of the manuscript via email so that he can evaluate it. If he believes it’s ready for publication and he that it has sales potential, he may offer you a publishing contract. If he thinks it needs editing, he will let you know and perhaps make an offer to edit your book. CLICK HERE to send Stephen an email.

 

If Stephen ghostwrites or edits a book for me, do I have to publish it with him?

 

You will have the option to do so, but you can use another publisher or self-publish your manuscript if you wish.

 

How long does it typically take for Stephen to ghostwrite a book?

 

Usually from three to six months with an average of about four months if he is starting from scratch.

 

How much does Stephen charge?

 

The amount can vary, depending on the amount of work Steve estimates will be required. For ghostwriting a book from scratch, most seasoned ghostwriters with a track record similar to Stephen's charge between $40,000 and $70,000, whereas he typically charges $30,000 to be paid in monthly installments over the time it takes to ghostwrite the book. For editing an existing manuscript of up to 60,000 words, the amount usually runs about $2500. In all cases, Steve's fee includes creating the interior, the cover, and publishing your book on Amazon once you are happy with the finished product. If you would prefer to self publish, Stephen will do the design work and create the properly formatted files for you to do so for $500.

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How can I get in touch with Stephen to discuss the possibility of working with him to create a book?

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Simply click the yellow button below and send him an emai. He will be happy to schedule a Zoom call with you.