How Business Authors Work with Ghostwriters

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An estimated 80% of business authors use a ghostwriter - a highly-skilled, professional writer to help them put pen to paper. But how do these successful authors find a ghostwriter? More importantly, how do they work with them? Written by a full-time ghostwriter, How Business Authors Work with Ghostwriters is a best-practice summary of business book collaborations. With illustrative stories, examples from business and publishing, insightful quotes, and helpful hints, this how-to book guides you through the five main elements of working with a ghostwriter. From pointers on preparing yourself beforehand to helping you through what comes afterward, the book takes you through the step-by-step process of engaging in a highly successful book project. Besides offering a fascinating glimpse into the industry of ghostwriting (did you know The Three Musketeers was ghostwritten?), there are cameo appearances by Ronald Reagan, a U.S. Customs agent, Sir Richard Branson, and Jim Collins, among others. It was created from from the best – and worst – of the author's experience as a business ghostwriter and from comparing notes with other ghostwriters around the world. Whether you want to present your methodology, write about your business experience, highlight your clients’ successes, or have a unique project in mind, How Business Authors Work with Ghostwriters will provide you the foundation you need for a successful collaboration.

Derek Lewis is a ghostwriter whose experience centers on business and entrepreneurship. His client portfolio includes entrepreneurs, small business owners, motivational speakers, consultants, and professional coaches. He received his master’s in Latin American business and economic development from the University of Florida. He is a native of Louisiana and lives in Baton Rouge with his wife and daughter. He enjoys the business of writing and writing about business.