Questions To Ask a Ghostwriter

Questions To Ask Any Ghostwriter

If you are looking to hire a ghostwriter there are questions you must ask. The reason for asking them is so you get the very best writing from the ghostwriter you’ve hired.

Feel free to copy and paste these questions to send to anyone you might be considering hiring to write your book.

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Questions to ask a ghostwriter

  1. How long have you been working as a ghostwriter, and why are you writing books for other people?

  2. Can you provide examples or references of previous projects you've worked on as a hired ghostwriter?

  3. What genres or types of writing do you specialise in as a ghostwriter?

  4. How do you approach a full understanding and capture the author's or my voice and style when ghostwriting?

  5. How do you ensure confidentiality and maintain privacy while working on my book?

  6. What is your process for conducting research and gathering information if you were ghostwriting my project?

  7. How do you handle my revision requests and feedback during the ghostwriting process to ensure my absolute satisfaction?

  8. What is your typical turnaround time for completing a ghostwriting project of a certain length or complexity?

  9. How do you determine the pricing and payment structure for your ghostwriting services and can you give me a fee in advance?

  10. Can you explain your communication and collaboration process during my ghostwriting project?

  11. Have you worked with self-published authors or traditional publishing houses, and what has been your experience with both?

  12. What sets you apart from other ghostwriters and makes your services unique?

  13. How do you handle disagreements or conflicts that may arise during my ghostwriting process?

  14. Are you open to signing a non-disclosure agreement or other legal agreements to ensure I as a client have full confidentiality and protection of intellectual property?

  15. Can you share insights on your writing style and how you adapt it to suit different projects and authors?

  16. How do you stay updated with industry trends and changes in the publishing landscape that might affect your ghostwriting work?

  17. Can you discuss any challenges you've faced in your ghostwriting career and how you overcame them?

  18. How do you balance your creative input with the author's vision and expectations while ghostwriting?

  19. Are there specific tools or software that you use to enhance your efficiency and quality as a ghostwriter?

  20. What advice would you give to authors seeking a ghostwriter for their project?

Feel free to adjust these questions based on your specific needs and expectations for your own ghostwriting project.

New Author Mentor | Ghostwriter | Author’s Advice and Consultant

Alan Forrest Smith

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