The Peculiar Freedom of the Ghostwriter
While I write fiction under my own name, I make a living as a ghostwriter. I get paid to write books for my valued clients. All kinds of books: novels and non-fiction topics including self-help, business, healthcare, nutrition, and public … Continue reading
Every Novel Needs a Dynamic Opening
If you read “how to” guides on writing novels, they all agree that your story should open with some sort of action that represents a change for your protagonist. The scene should be dynamic, not static. There should be a … Continue reading
Best Selling Business and Leadership Books Often Tell Stories
If you’re thinking about writing a business book (or hiring a ghostwriter to do it for you), you might assume that you want either expository writing or persuasive writing. Expository writing is when you explain a concept or share information, … Continue reading
The Significant Limitations of Chat GPT
Today, I signed up with Chat GPT at OpenAI.com. I wanted to learn about it and, if possible, use it to enhance my own work. I quickly discovered two things. Its ability to write with flawless grammar is astonishing. Every sentence … Continue reading
ChatGPT Hit With Plagiarism Lawsuits
Are you considering using an AI algorithm such as ChatGPT to write a book? If so, there are many reasons not to do this, and to instead hire a professional ghostwriter. One key reason is that the quality of your … Continue reading
Top 5 Reasons Why Thomas Hauck Should Be Your Ghostwriter
Okay, it’s time for some shameless self-promotion! There are many reasons why you should hire a professional ghostwriter for your novel or non-fiction book, and many more reasons why that person should be me. But after much thought, to fit … Continue reading
The Length of Your Book: The Word Count Rules
As a professional ghostwriter and editor, a significant part of my work involves helping professionals write and publish books that will establish them as thought leaders in their fields. Lawyers, doctors, realtors, CPAs, and business consultants have found that publishing … Continue reading
Book Formats and Word Counts – An Overview
Before you look for a ghostwriter, it’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with the basic nuts and bolts of books and how they’re put together. The more you know about the product you’re going to be making, the more … Continue reading
4 Reasons to Publish a Nonfiction Book
When you contact a potential ghostwriter, the very first question he or she should ask you is, “Why do you want to publish a book? What are you hoping to achieve?” People have many reasons for wanting to put their … Continue reading
Memoirs and Biographies: An Overview
People’s lives are endlessly fascinating, especially if the life revealed is of a celebrity or someone who has experienced something extraordinary. If you’re thinking about having your memoir ghostwritten and published, the first thing to think about is this: Who … Continue reading