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You've got an idea for a book, but you don't know how to write it or simply don’t have the time. So, you decide to hire a ghostwriter. It can be daunting to think of hiring someone else to do the work for you, but it's worth considering if you want your book to be successful.
There are so many options available to choose from right now that it’s not easy to know what your best option is, particularly if this is your first time hiring a ghostwriter.
The 8 Best Ways to Find a Ghostwriter for a Book
Here’s how to find a ghostwriter that will suit your project:
Pursuing any of these categories could result in you finding a great ghostwriter, but, if you’re new to the game, then it’s important to keep your wits about you.
Here’s a detailed breakdown of what each option could do for you:
1. Reach out to your network and ask if they know any writers who are good at what they do and who are interested in helping you write a book
Asking your network of friends and family if they know a good ghostwriter is a great way to start your search. If you have no idea who to ask, consider asking someone who has written a book before. They may be able to recommend someone who was involved in their process, or even work together on future projects together!
If you don't want to ask anyone directly, try searching for "ghostwriters" on LinkedIn or Facebook groups related to the industry (like "Marketing Professionals," for example). You'll find lots of people willing to help out fellow professionals with their writing needs--and maybe even get some new connections in return!
2. Hire an academic or scholar to write your book
If you want to hire an academic or scholar to write your book, there are a few things to consider. First, make sure that they have previous experience writing books. If they don't, it may be hard for them to produce content that is engaging enough for readers and publishers to take to.
Next, consider their expertise in your field of study or industry. If they don't know anything about what it takes to get published and sell books (or even if they do), then there's no guarantee that their work will be received well by publishers or readers who want more than just facts presented without any real value added by way of storytelling techniques like narrative structure, character development etcetera."
3. Freelance sites like Upwork or Fiverr can also be helpful to find freelance professionals
If you want to find a ghostwriter, one of the first places to look is on a freelancing website. There are several freelance sites such as Upwork and Fiverr that can help you find the right person for your project.
These sites have thousands of professionals available in all kinds of fields, including writing and editing. You can put up a post advertising for a ghostwriter wanted, which will attract many potential candidates who will bid for your business based on their experience level and previous work history. These sites also have reviews and ratings from previous customers so that you can get an idea about what kind of writer might be best suited for your needs before choosing one.
4. Use social media to find a ghostwriter
Social media can be a great tool to help you find a ghostwriter. Why not log on to some of the world’s most popular social media sites like Twitter, Facebook, or Reddit and hunt down your ideal ghostwriter?
Search for the hashtag #ghostwriter on Twitter and Facebook, or try searching for the term in Reddit's search bar. This will show you all of the people who have used that particular hashtag and are eager to connect with others looking for ghostwriters.
You can also check out who follows your favorite authors on social media. You can use this method if you're interested in getting information from a specific industry--for example, if you want to write a book about fitness or nutrition, see who follows those authors and reach out directly!
5. Find a ghostwriter through LinkedIn
To continue the trend of social media, if you're looking for a ghostwriter, your best bet is to find someone through LinkedIn. Look for someone with experience writing books—they'll know what they are doing and won't make any mistakes that could damage your reputation or future sales.
Then check out their reputation in the field by reading reviews from other people who have used their services. Look at how long they've been working as a ghostwriter as well as what kinds of clients they tend to work with (i.e., if their clients seem more like celebrities than regular people). Finally, check out their writing style—if it doesn't resonate with yours then it will probably be difficult for them to really understand what makes your story unique!
If you think you’ve found the perfect writer, you can shoot them a message with your proposal right away!
6. Online Forums can be a great resource for finding freelance ghostwriters
An online forum can be a great resource for finding freelance ghostwriters. If you're looking to hire one, there are likely other people who are as well. You can get advice on how to find the right person for your project and also learn about their experiences with different writers that have worked in the past. This is especially helpful if you're new at hiring writers or don't know where else to start in finding someone reliable who can help bring your book idea into reality!
If you’re lurking in the right places, you may also stumble across a ghostwriter who’s interested in your project. An online forum can serve as a great location to converse with your potential writer and learn what they’re all about. Just make sure to do your due diligence before you hand over any money for the project!
7. Contact a ghostwriting agency
Another way you can find a ghostwriter is to get in touch with a ghostwriting agency. These agencies operate like a ‘middleman’ service that connects people who are searching for a writer with a ghostwriter. An agency will find you a suitable ghostwriter (in theory at least!) to write the book you want, all the while saving you time and effort.
However, when considering this option it’s important to be conscious of the fact that agencies make their money by taking a cut of your overall fee. Some agencies have developed a reputation for taking advantage of new customers by taking a huge percentage of their fee and commissioning a substandard writer to produce a book.
Make sure to do your research if you are thinking about approaching an agency!
8. One of the safest ways to find a ghostwriter is to hire a professional publishing company.
If you’re new to the game and you’re looking to hire your first ghostwriter for a book or project, then a professional publishing company is most likely the best option for you.
Unlike ghostwriting agencies, professional publishing companies offer clients the services of one of their in-house ghostwriters. The cool thing about these companies is that they often offer help with editing, publishing, and marketing your book as part of their ghostwriting process.
Here at Thought Leader Press, you will know exactly who you’re dealing with. You’ll work face-to-face with our team of bestselling writers, journalists, and book coaches every week as we help you to write, edit, publish, and market your book. We’re proud to say that we offer the best value (and cheapest) ghostwriting package around!
How Our Thought Leader Press Ghostwriting Package Works
Here at TLP, we do things differently. We don't just want to work with you on a templated book (Ahem, like other ghostwriting and publishing firms for experts and entrepreneurs). We want you to write a book that matters to you, to your audience, and to the crazy people who still haven't heard about you (yet).
We apply our unique four-phased ‘Skeleton Method’ to deliver high-quality books for our clients. We help you brand, write, market, and publish your book during our process. All we need from you is to sit in on a 1-hour call each week for 12 weeks. Not only is our idea to book timeframe astoundingly quick, but our total cost is market disrupting. Unlike the rest of the extortionately priced ghostwriting space ($25k+), our package is priced at an affordable rate.
We’ve used this method for over 18 years to write bestselling books for business leaders, entrepreneurs, life coaches, top-rank military, celebrities, and people from all walks of life.
Our question for you is, how can you make a meaningful difference with your book, your business, and your one life? (It's about time.)
The Skeleton Method
Here’s a quick what our ‘Skeleton Method’ includes:
- The Branding Phase - Our very own ‘Professor’ and ‘Geek’ will identify your target audience, what they really want, and what your business’s “offering” is (in order to work on the “right” book for this demographic, and to grow your business).
- The Investigative Journalism Phase - 7-10 in-depth interviews (approximately 1 hour each) with your personal investigative journalist. This phase will see you poked and prodded to uncover your best and most unique ideas and stories.
- The Ghostwriting & Publishing Phase - Our team of ghostwriters, editors, and designers work nonstop to make sure that we capture your voice and ideas in your brand-new ghostwritten book.
- The Marketing Phase - Expect a revisit of book design, brand, and title, to ensure that the book fits your USP and goals, as well as a roadmap of how to market your book going forward.
To learn more, check out our Skeleton Method slide deck— or schedule a consult to talk to Dr. Kent Gustavson (The Professor) or Randy Baker (The Geek).
