Why you should write a book as a story and how can a ghostwriter UK help?

A Fathers Story

My father is coming almost 90 years of age this month.

Not too long ago we both sat at the kitchen table. He told me to wait a moment and then he left the room. Minutes later he returned with a brown cardboard box. Not a packing box more of a storage book with metal protective corners.

He then placed the box in front of me and then carefully lifted off the lid. I must admit he had my curiosity roused.

As the lid lifted, the first thing I saw was old photographs. They were discoloured, torn, and torn around the edges.

Then he lifted them out and started telling me about them.

The first one was of a massive black horse pulling a huge wooden cart. On the cart were many large oak barrels of beer stacked in a pyramid formation. Also in the photo was a forty-something man wearing a large flat cap, a coat pulled together with a leather belt, a white shirt and dark tie and large leather nailed boots. He was sitting on a raised bench holding the horse leash in one hand with a whip in the other. He also had a cigarette hanging from his lower lip. You can actually see the smoke rising from the cigarette in the photo.

Next to the man is a young boy. My father then tells me this is my grandad John. He is under 10 years of age at the time. Grandad John was short with greased-back black hair and a very Italian look about him. The photo was taken in late 1800. The location is Leith in Edinburgh. My grandad John is at work for the day at the brewery with his father.

It's interesting because it all looks so normal. A father and son working together. Yet like all photos, it’s a milli-second of time taken from a 24-hour day.

Later in life my grandad John, as a grown adult, was to leave my father and his mother when he was a young child, only to never see him until my father had left the army and reached 21 years of age.

"Dad," I said, "how come you've never told me these stories before and showed me these photos?"

"I've no idea," was his reply.

We then sat and talked for maybe an hour about things I never knew, but I realised these were things I should know once I heard them.

Written Stories Are A True Inheritance

In the olden days, children would inherit information about life from their parents and grandparents. They would be told stories, the good, the bad and the truly ugly. Stories are there to teach and inform. This was a handing down of life to the child. Then hopefully the child would learn from the experience of his or her parents.

These days it appears we have become lazy and spend our time repeating actually dangerous mantras like, "You have to learn from experience" when actually you can learn from the experience of others.

In older days it wasn't uncommon for elders to spend their last days writing about life and leaving at least something behind. After all not everyone can be a famous celebrated face to the public yet they can be a famously celebrated face to their family.

My wife's grandfather wrote an amazing last letter to her on his deathbed. It is a truly beautiful read. Are you preparing to leave a story of life behind?

How?

By writing your book - (ghostwriting)

And leaving those truths, those experiences, those moments, and all the other life experiences that should be shared with others,

No judgment on my old dad. I wish I knew more but he's not the kind of man that says that much.

Would you like to leave a powerful legacy and inheritance for your family and future generations?

Shall we write your book?

Would you like me to help you either write your biography or write your book?

I can MENTOR you or I can do everything for you as your ghostwriter. Once done - your name will be on the cover as the author.

We can share your happy moments, your sad moments, your triumphs and your tragedies. Your loves, your loves lost and your life from start to finish.

What a most glorious thing to leave behind.

And, of course, I will help you make it look stunning and make sure it gets published.

I am ready to do just that.

Simply send me a message and let's have a conversation.

Let’s finish with this.

10 Reasons Why You Should Hire A Ghostwriter?

Hiring a ghostwriter can be a valuable investment for several reasons, depending on your specific needs and circumstances. Here are some common benefits of hiring someone like me as your ghostwriter:

  1. Time-saving: Writing can be a time-consuming process, and not everyone has the time or expertise to write effectively. As a ghostwriter I can take on the writing task, allowing you to focus on other aspects of your life or work.

  2. Professional quality: As a Ghostwriter I am an experienced writer who can produce high-quality content that is well-structured, engaging, and polished. I have the skills to create compelling narratives, whether it's for a book, article, blog post, or any other written material.

  3. Expertise and specialisation: Ghostwriters often have expertise in different subject matters or genres. If you need content in a specific field, a specialized ghostwriter can provide accurate and well-researched content that aligns with your requirements.

  4. Confidentiality and anonymity: As the name suggests, ghostwriters remain anonymous, and their work is typically credited to you or your brand. This allows you to take credit for the content and maintain your reputation while still benefiting from professional writing.

  5. Overcoming writer's block: If you have great ideas but struggle to put them into words, a ghostwriter can help you articulate your thoughts and turn them into a coherent piece of writing.

  6. Efficiency and productivity: By outsourcing the writing task to a professional, you can increase productivity and efficiency, especially if writing is not your strong suit.

  7. Meeting deadlines: Ghostwriters are accustomed to working with deadlines and can ensure that your project is completed on time, which can be crucial for publishing books, meeting content schedules, or delivering speeches.

  8. Personal projects: If you have a story to tell, a memoir to write, or a book idea but lack the writing skills or time to do it yourself, a ghostwriter can bring your vision to life.

  9. Flexibility: Ghostwriters can adapt their writing style to match your voice and preferences, ensuring that the content reflects your personality or brand identity.

  10. Publishing expertise: If you are looking to publish a book or other written work, a ghostwriter can guide you through the publishing process and help you navigate the complexities of the industry.

Of course, hiring a ghostwriter comes with costs, so it's essential to assess your needs and budget before making a decision. Additionally, finding the right ghostwriter who understands your vision and can meet your expectations is crucial to a successful collaboration.

It’s your life, your story and of course your book.

Your mentor and ghostwriter,

Alan Forrest Smith

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