“The Sugar Daddy Formula” by Taylor B. Jones, self-help book edited by Thomas Hauck
Congratulations to Taylor B. Jones on the publication of her sixth Sugar Daddy book, “The Sugar Daddy Formula: A Sugar Baby’s Ultimate Guide to Finding a Wealthy Sugar Daddy,” which I had the privilege to edit. “The Sugar Daddy Formula: … 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
“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
Transforming an Academic Text Into a Mass-Market Book: Not an Easy Task!
Clients sometimes contact me about jobs where they want to take an academic manuscript and transform it into a popular book. Here’s what one Elance client said recently: “I would like to keep an ‘academic tone’ in the language, but … Continue reading
Writing Your Book: Start With the Outline
Many of my non-fiction and self-help clients are first-time authors. To them, I say congratulations for taking the first step towards becoming a best-selling author! But the process of writing a book – or hiring a ghostwriter to write it … 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
“On the Wild Coast” by Patrick J. Lee, novel edited by Thomas Hauck
Congratulations to author Patrick J. Lee on the publication of his new novel, “On the Wild Coast.” Set in the fictional town of Port Victoria, South Africa, it’s a steamy, sultry thriller that unfolds slowly and keeps drawing you closer. … Continue reading
Saul Simon on “The Willis Report” on Fox Business News
Congratulations to my valued client Saul Simon on his recent appearance on “The Willis Report,” broadcast weekdays at 5pm on Fox Business News. He discusses mistakes to avoid when planning your retirement, and he covers many of the topics you’ll … Continue reading
“Return to Restoria” by Sean Samu, middle-grade novel edited by Thomas Hauck
Congratulations to my valued Elance client Sean Samu, who at the age of thirteen has just published his first adventure novel, “Return to Restoria: Book One of the Crystal Chronicles.” In this exciting and fast-paced middle-grade novel, the five Team … Continue reading
A Book Editor’s Job: Watch That Continuity! – Advice from Thomas Hauck, Ghostwriter and Book Editor
Everyone is familiar with the idea of continuity in movies. You don’t want the clock on the wall to read “4:30” in one shot and then a moment later read “11:45” even though it’s the same scene. Film fans love … Continue reading