Ghostwriting
Connecting the Dots vs. Drawing the Whole Damn Picture: A Veteran Ghostwriter Takes Back His Pen and Finds Something To Say
Writing for oneself after a decades-long career as a ghostwriter is a challenge unto itself. Here, author Daniel Paisner discusses his career as a ghostwriter, how the process differs from writing his own work, and if the two ever intersect.
The Horrors of Being a Ghost: Ghostwriters Share Their Tales of Nightmare Clients
Gotham Ghostwriters’ Dan Gerstein reveals how writers can spot nightmare ghostwriting clients and take steps to avoid them when seeking work.
Ghostwriting for a Ghost
John Peragine talks about finishing the manuscripts of his old friend and mentor—and ghostwriting for an actual ghost.
Successful Writing Collaborations: 3 Questions Co-Authors & Ghostwriters Need to Ask
The key to successful collaborative writing, from an equal co-authorship to a ghostwritten autobiography, is a good contract that is clear about who has what roles, how rights and burdens are shared, and how to unwind the project if things implode. Here are the key terms your collaboration agreement should cover.
Ghostwriting: A Checklist of Questions to Ask Potential Clients
Before you say yes to a ghostwriting gig, or even make a bid, you must know all you can about the project in question. Here's a checklist of questions that you should consider asking potential clients.