When I started ghostwriting for client “authors,” ghostwriter fees were far above the budget of most would-be book authors. Hiring a “ghost” was something reserved to celebrities and business moguls, with fees ranging between $150,000.00 and $300,000. That was many years ago . . . and the rates have increased. Many ghostwriters still overcharge for their services.
When you hire me to work for you, you are hiring a well educated, broadly experienced, award-winning professional, for a period of months in most cases, so it is an undertaking for which you need to plan and budget appropriately.
I have written scores of books for discerning clients—many of whom are just like you. Many, however, are unlike you, and their books often require more, or less time than yours; or more, or less effort than yours. For this reason, GhostWriter offers a few book writing packages, in an effort to keep costs within reasonable boundaries.
I publish your book for you as well. You can learn more about the specifics of how I write books for my clients at book writing>
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The exact cost for assisting you with your book writing project will vary, depending mainly on the amount of time and effort that will go into your book. Below are some of my writing packages. Decide which one fits your needs best, or call me to discuss your needs.
For those who want to publicize their book, and a related business or organization, at the bottom you’ll find our Publicity Package.
Payment plans are available.
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BIOGRAPHY & INFORMATIONAL PACKAGE
I interview you for a few days, and collect your materials, then return to my office to begin the writing of your book. When the first draft of your manuscript is ready, I send it to you for review and feedback. I look for your guidance, and make any changes that result from your feedback. When the manuscript is ready to publish, I prepare the cover artwork, and format your book for publication on Amazon.com. This is our most popular package, and most of the books we write fall within this category.
The average book requires approximately 12 weeks for me to write it, and get it to publication.
Package price: starts at $24,500
EXECUTIVE PACKAGE
Founders, CEOs, Presidents and other key executives often want to share their story, for the benefit of the next generation. This is especially true in family owned businesses looking toward succession. Often, the business decides to commission a book, to record the life and accomplishments of its key executive, or to create a corporate history.
The Executive Package also includes a box of 10 leather bound copies of your book.
Package price: starts at $65,000
POLITICAL PACKAGE
James Thompson, J.D. was Articles Editor of his law school’s Law Review, excelled in debate and won the moot court advocates competition, and is very savvy about politics. He understands constitutional law quite well, and how our constitutional republic form of government functions. He is also well versed in political history, and has written a number of political books, some for top political leaders. James stays abreast of the latest political developments, has personally lived through a number of political cycles, and is keen to bring his best work to the page, writing for deserving political figures and candidates.
The Political Package also includes a box of 10 leather bound copies of your book.
Package price: $85,000
CELEBRITY PACKAGE
Writing for celebrity clients often requires a great deal of research and attention to detail, because of public scrutiny, and the potential for liability. I invest more time and take extra care to ensure I get all of the details right for your book. When your book is finished, you will have a polished manuscript to provide to your publisher. Or, if you prefer to have me publish your book, we will have it published on Amazon.com, in paperback and hard bound formats.
The Celebrity Package also includes a box of 10 leather bound copies of your book.
Package price: starts at $85,000
PLATINUM PACKAGE
There are clients who require extra attention on their book writing project. You know who you are. If you have a large, or specialized book writing project that requires platinum level service and attention, contact GhostWriter and tell me about your book project. I enjoy a challenge.
Package price: starts at $85,000
PUBLICITY PACKAGE
GhostWriter has a publicity arm, which creates packages for our clients to help them publicize their book, or affiliated business, or organizational mission. We help create client branding, including logo and related icons, and develop fully functioning informational websites. For larger requirements, we are Keap/Infusionsoft certified, and are able to establish CRM databases with marketing, sales and online interaction campaigns for our clients.
Package price: starts at $7,500