Write a Book about My Life

Dear Friendly Ghostwriter, I want to find a ghostwriter to write a book about my life. I’ve experienced so much, and I feel others could benefit from reading my story. Can you help me?

There have been many ups and downs over the last ten years, but I’ve come through and have a good life now. People are always telling me that I should write a book. All the time! So I decided to reach out to you today.

I don’t have the time to write my book myself. Also I really don’t know how to do so. I need someone with experience. I need help! – R.W.

Dear R.W.,

I hear you! You might be surprised to know that I receive a lot of emails from people who need help writing a book about their life story. Of course their stories are unique and there are variations to this request, but the plea is basically the same: Help, help, I want someone to write my book!

I’m here to help. That’s what i do.

If you are interested in capturing my attention, there are a few ways you can do so. Most ghostwriters can’t ignore certain elements in a well crafted pitch.

Have an uplifting angle

Trust me, no one wants to read a book about how horrible a life has been. While the story could be completely true, it will make reader feel awful and sometimes squeamish. In addition, when everything is doom and gloom, it doesn’t allow for any room for the characters to grow. That makes for a flat and boring read.

Personally, I will only write meaningful stories with some kind of uplifting ending. There is plenty of bad news in the world; I don’t wish to add to it. It’s very rewarding for me when a reader walks away from reading a book I wrote with a new positive outlook and fresh approach to life.

I’ve ghostwritten a few books about the Holocaust, because I feel the survival stories are each important to share. I spoke to a survivor the other day, who lives her life every day feeling grateful for being alive. She feels the weight of responsibility to make good decisions that help others because she feels she was chosen to survive against all odds. Shouldn’t we all feel that?

Research me and my website

If you’d like to hire me because you need someone to write a book about your life, please check me out a bit. I love it when prospective clients do their homework before they write me. Review my website, read samples of my books, look over my testimonials, etc. I’d like it if you want to hire me because you enjoy the way I write. I’ve written over a hundred blog articles, so if you want to get a feel for my writing style, my website is a great place to start.

Over the last twenty years, I’ve helped to write over forty books, but unfortunately, I can’t share all the titles. I know, I know… It’s just that I always sign a confidentiality agreement with each client and take that pledge very seriously. After all, when you hire me, you’ll be the author and once we’re done, I’ll just be a ghost.

I do have five books that bear my name. Check them out. You don’t have to purchase them but can see a preview on Amazon.

While it’s true that each client has a unique written voice (and I’ll help you create yours), it’s always wise to do a little research and become familiar with your ghostwriter’s writing skills.

Know what I charge

Take a moment and review my pricing. If you do, and I’m within your range, let me know. It saves us a lot of time. If you can’t afford me, but have a budget, be upfront about that. I can sometimes help you work something out with another writer or help you write a shorter book. Mini-eBooks are popular on Amazon, so that’s always an option.

Please understand that no matter how compelling your book is, I am not able to write it for free (or for a percentage of the sales when it is completed). It takes hundreds of hours to write a book. Ghostwriters always need to be paid upfront.

I love working with new authors but am very selective about the books I write and the people I write with. My clients become my partners for the period we work together and most become good friends. It’s a special relationship, one I cherish.

If you’re saying to yourself, I want someone to write a book about my life email me and we’ll see what we can do to get started.

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Author Bio

Laura Sherman

Laura Sherman, a.k.a. “Laura the Friendly Ghostwriter,” is a professional ghostwriter and author. She enjoys writing fiction and nonfiction and is happiest when juggling multiple projects.

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