Self-Help Books: Prescriptive and Aspirational Explained
Non-fiction self-help books exist to serve one function: they help the reader to live a better, happier life. Self-help books are exactly as the name suggests. You read the book and then you can elevate yourself. You can get a … Continue reading
Ghostwriting a Book Is Like Building a House – Advice from Thomas Hauck
I have the privilege to serve many overseas clients. They’re located in Australia, Malaysia, India, the Gulf states, Singapore, the UK — all over the world. Once in a while a prospective client will ask me if I charge by … Continue reading
“On Board” by Nanette Fridman, edited by Thomas Hauck
Congratulations to my client Nanette Fridman on the publication of “On Board: What Current and Aspiring Board Members Must Know About Nonprofits and Board Service.” This powerful guide addresses a growing problem: Well-meaning people are often asked to serve on … Continue reading
“Avita Doesn’t Love You” by Thomas Hauck Now Available from Whiskey Creek Press
My new Kevin Lone thriller “Avita Doesn’t Love You” is now available as an ebook from Whiskey Creek Press! A United States Senator is killed in a plane crash. Was it murder? A college girl disappears into a mysterious cult. … Continue reading
How Much Does Editing and Ghostwriting Cost? Advice from Thomas Hauck
Clients often – well, they always – ask me how much it will cost to ghostwrite or edit their book. I tell my clients that editing or ghostwriting a book is like building a house. You need the plans, the foundation, the … Continue reading
My Writing Process Blog Hop
My good friend and fellow novelist JoeAnn Hart recently sent me a note inviting me to add my humble comments to the “My Writing Process Blog Hop.” JoeAnn’s recent novel “Float” is a delectable chowda featuring Duncan Leland, whose business … Continue reading
“The Image of Leadership” by Sylvie di Giusto, self-help book edited by Thomas Hauck
Congratulations to my valued Elance client Sylvie di Giusto on the publication of her new book, “The Image of Leadership: How leaders package themselves to stand out for the right reasons.” This incisive and powerful guide shows you the importance … Continue reading
Don’t Use Quotes by Famous People in Your Book! Advice from Thomas Hauck, Ghostwriter and Book Editor
You’ve seen them in many business and self-help books. At the beginning of each chapter, the author includes a pithy quote from a famous person or a business guru. Favorite “quotees” include Thomas Edison, Steve Jobs, Jack Welch, Zig Ziglar, … Continue reading
Getting Started on Your Self-Help Book – Hiring a Ghostwriter – Advice from Ghostwriter Thomas Hauck
You have an idea for a book that will help you promote your business, but you’re not sure how to begin. My advice is to start by answering these three questions: 1. What’s the problem that needs to be solved? … Continue reading