Looking for a good book ghostwriter

imogenhobbs · 5th Aug 2014, 01:49 AM

I'm looking for a ghostwriter who is experienced in self-improvement niches and able to write persuasively and with good research. I need a sample/portfolio to gauge your ability. Cheap rates at high quality, preferably. Willing to scale up to bulk projects.

- Imogen

cypherslock · 5th Aug 2014, 12:11 PM

Define cheap? You may get more bites with a bit more detail like length, budget (total not per word) etc. You might also be in the wrong forum for cheap. I've done 5k word ebooks before (IM, dogs etc) and in a case like that have never charged less than $450.

bennie07 · 5th Aug 2014, 02:15 PM

We would all like cheap rates at high quality, but most of the time they don't go together.

Ghoster · 5th Aug 2014, 06:06 PM

"Cheap rates at high quality, preferably."

This is an oxymoron. If you want to engage someone who can step into another person's shoes and tell their story, it's going to cost you.

And I can tell you that most ghostwriters won't be able to show you past work. We sign NDAs.

From your post, I don't think you need a ghostwriter, per se. A run of the mill writer would probably work. There is a difference.

imogenhobbs · 5th Aug 2014, 07:44 PM

It's simple. Don't get me wrong, but I have a right to post what requirements I need and if you don't fit, then there's all there is to it - I don't think we are compatible. It's not that I'm trying to be uptight here, I placed the ad and I have a right to set requirements. This ad is part of the qualifying process.

I've received a few PMs already with pretty high quality ghostwriting services (10k+ words at 400+ bucks and that already undercuts your rates) but I'm definitely open to more entries if I can see quality.

I'm definitely open for talented writers and I won't undercut your work. I'm someone who believes in a win/win agreement. But as an outsourcer I do need to find the spot between affordability (affects my breakeven point) and quality.

Just to clarify things, my budget varies according to the quality and length. I can easily pay a 800-1000 if the work is exceptionally good. I'll settle for 12k words at 400-600 usd depending on your quality.

A sample might be a paragraph written on a topic of self-improvement... I just need to be able to gauge your ability. It doesn't have to be an existing project for a client (I understand your concern about an NDA).

Another reason for this is that I'm going to use the ghostwriter for future services at bulk projects... 15-20 books at a go and so on. Naturally the requirement would have to be strict in a sense.

Imogen

laurencewins · 5th Aug 2014, 09:11 PM

Hi Imogen,

Your second post is much more detailed than the first so perhaps that can help you when posting in future.

Can you tell me if you want to get just a couple of books or a lot done? I ask as I may be able to quote BUT if there is too much work, I may not have time due to other commitments.

imogenhobbs · 5th Aug 2014, 10:09 PM

Originally Posted by laurencewins

Hi Imogen,

Your second post is much more detailed than the first so perhaps that can help you when posting in future.

Can you tell me if you want to get just a couple of books or a lot done? I ask as I may be able to quote BUT if there is too much work, I may not have time due to other commitments.

Hi Laurence,

I would order at a per-project basis. I normally start with one order to gauge if the content written is a good match with my marketing style and if it's okay I would continue with increased orders.

How many would be too heavy for you? I could try to accommodate.

Imogen

laurencewins · 5th Aug 2014, 10:12 PM

Hi Imogen,

For me it is hard to say. I have some regulars who naturally take priority but I always take on additional work but my workload is always unpredictable.
If we did try a book and you wanted more, I would have to assess at the time.
I am sorry I can't be more specific than that but I don't want to put all my eggs in one basket because the baskets usually sprout holes.

high_plains_drifter · 9th Aug 2014, 06:10 AM

If by self improvement you need health, fitness, nutrition content my friend is a fitness and nutrition specialist currently out of work and I'm sure he could be of service. Let me know and ill get him to contact you.

The Magician · 15th Aug 2014, 12:13 AM

PM sent. I am looking forward to your reply.

Jonathan

peterwrites · 16th Sep 2014, 02:19 AM

Hi Imogen,

I've just sent you a private message a couple of minutes ago.

newxxx · 6th Jan 2015, 11:49 PM

did you ever find the writer you were looking for ?

rileybrown · 14th Nov 2023, 09:20 AM

i went through the internet and I found thats blog on 10 best and affordable ghostwriter: https://www.barnettghostwriting.com/...ting-services/

5th Aug 2014, 01:49 AM	#1
imogenhobbs Coffee-loving Workaholic Join Date: 2014 Location: Cafe-hopper Posts: 81 Thanks: 37 Thanked 52 Times in 24 Posts	Looking for a good book ghostwriter Share on: I'm looking for a ghostwriter who is experienced in self-improvement niches and able to write persuasively and with good research. I need a sample/portfolio to gauge your ability. Cheap rates at high quality, preferably. Willing to scale up to bulk projects. - Imogen
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cypherslock Always be learning War Room Member Join Date: 2007 Location: Kitchener, Ontario, Canada. Posts: 3,087 Thanks: 530 Thanked 732 Times in 553 Posts Blog Entries: 2	Re: Looking for a good book ghostwriter Share on: Define cheap? You may get more bites with a bit more detail like length, budget (total not per word) etc. You might also be in the wrong forum for cheap. I've done 5k word ebooks before (IM, dogs etc) and in a case like that have never charged less than $450.

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bennie07 HyperActive Warrior War Room Member Join Date: 2009 Location: IL Posts: 110 Thanks: 67 Thanked 59 Times in 47 Posts	Re: Looking for a good book ghostwriter Share on: We would all like cheap rates at high quality, but most of the time they don't go together.

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Ghoster Advanced Warrior Join Date: 2012 Location: North Carolina, US Posts: 934 Thanks: 283 Thanked 301 Times in 192 Posts	Re: Looking for a good book ghostwriter Share on: "Cheap rates at high quality, preferably." This is an oxymoron. If you want to engage someone who can step into another person's shoes and tell their story, it's going to cost you. And I can tell you that most ghostwriters won't be able to show you past work. We sign NDAs. From your post, I don't think you need a ghostwriter, per se. A run of the mill writer would probably work. There is a difference.
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5th Aug 2014, 07:44 PM	#5
imogenhobbs Coffee-loving Workaholic Join Date: 2014 Location: Cafe-hopper Posts: 81 Thanks: 37 Thanked 52 Times in 24 Posts	Re: Looking for a good book ghostwriter Share on: It's simple. Don't get me wrong, but I have a right to post what requirements I need and if you don't fit, then there's all there is to it - I don't think we are compatible. It's not that I'm trying to be uptight here, I placed the ad and I have a right to set requirements. This ad is part of the qualifying process. I've received a few PMs already with pretty high quality ghostwriting services (10k+ words at 400+ bucks and that already undercuts your rates) but I'm definitely open to more entries if I can see quality. I'm definitely open for talented writers and I won't undercut your work. I'm someone who believes in a win/win agreement. But as an outsourcer I do need to find the spot between affordability (affects my breakeven point) and quality. Just to clarify things, my budget varies according to the quality and length. I can easily pay a 800-1000 if the work is exceptionally good. I'll settle for 12k words at 400-600 usd depending on your quality. A sample might be a paragraph written on a topic of self-improvement... I just need to be able to gauge your ability. It doesn't have to be an existing project for a client (I understand your concern about an NDA). Another reason for this is that I'm going to use the ghostwriter for future services at bulk projects... 15-20 books at a go and so on. Naturally the requirement would have to be strict in a sense. Imogen
	PM me if you're a self-improv/women dating ghostwriter. Lost your way again? 5 basic steps to never "fail"again (WF post)

5th Aug 2014, 09:11 PM	#6
laurencewins Writer & Editor War Room Member Join Date: 2010 Location: Morwell, VIC, Australia Posts: 4,011 Thanks: 2,352 Thanked 2,011 Times in 1,410 Posts	Re: Looking for a good book ghostwriter Share on: Hi Imogen, Your second post is much more detailed than the first so perhaps that can help you when posting in future. Can you tell me if you want to get just a couple of books or a lot done? I ask as I may be able to quote BUT if there is too much work, I may not have time due to other commitments.
	Cheers, Laurence. Writer/Editor/Proofreader.

5th Aug 2014, 10:12 PM	#8
laurencewins Writer & Editor War Room Member Join Date: 2010 Location: Morwell, VIC, Australia Posts: 4,011 Thanks: 2,352 Thanked 2,011 Times in 1,410 Posts	Re: Looking for a good book ghostwriter Share on: Hi Imogen, For me it is hard to say. I have some regulars who naturally take priority but I always take on additional work but my workload is always unpredictable. If we did try a book and you wanted more, I would have to assess at the time. I am sorry I can't be more specific than that but I don't want to put all my eggs in one basket because the baskets usually sprout holes.
	Cheers, Laurence. Writer/Editor/Proofreader.

9th Aug 2014, 06:10 AM	#9
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rileybrown New Warrior Member Join Date: 2023 Posts: 1 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Looking for a good book ghostwriter Share on: i went through the internet and I found thats blog on 10 best and affordable ghostwriter: https://www.barnettghostwriting.com/...ting-services/