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Reasons a Writer Should Become a Ghostwriter

8/8/2022

by Cris Yeager
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Writing

If you’re thinking about becoming a ghostwriter, you’re not alone. Ghostwriting has been around in some form or another since the beginning of the written word, and it’s expected to continue long into the future. We all have different reasons for wanting to become ghostwriters. Below we break down the most common reasons why someone should become a ghostwriter, even if just as a side-gig or while starting out as an independent writer.

3 Tips for Taking Breaks and Staying Productive as a Ghostwriter

8/1/2022

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Ghostwriting

Ghostwriting is a strange job. You may have a few hours a day when you are extremely productive, but the mental energy used in your work makes it hard to sustain your top pace of work for a full business day. This makes breaks very important in keeping you going. In fact, one key to success as an entrepreneur or freelancer is making sure you take regular breaks throughout the day, while also dedicating time each week to working on personal projects that engage your passions and challenge your mind.

The Haunted Ghostwriters of the Music Industry

7/25/2022

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Ghostwriting

People have been using ghostwriters for as long as they have been writing. Ghostwriting is a widely accepted practice – despite the scandal that has caused tempers to flare in the rap and hip hop world. It came to light that several big-name stars in the music industry, who claimed they had written their lyrics, were hiring ghostwriters to pen their biggest hits.

Artists have hired ghostwriters to help them with their writing and composing.

Are you 'Selling Out' as a Ghostwriter?

7/18/2022

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Ghostwriting

Ghostwriters are everywhere these days, with famous memoirs getting big screen adaptations and some of the most popular television shows on air based on books written by ghostwriters. How does it feel to be in such hot demand? Is it empowering to make such a big impact on someone else’s career? The short answer is yes, but there are also some negative aspects to being a ghostwriter that you should know about, too. Here we’ll look at whether or not you’re selling out as a ghostwriter, and whether that’s something to worry about.

The Importance of Capturing a Voice When Ghostwriting

7/11/2022

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Ghostwriting

Are you considering ghostwriting or have you already started ghostwriting? As you approach the project, you’ll hear phrases like voice, style, character, and attitude. It can be hard to tell what those terms mean if you’re new to the field of ghostwriting or to any kind of writing outside of school assignments. What does capturing a voice entail? How do you convey someone else’s attitude and character? When will you know if you’ve done it right?

3 Simple Exercises to Becoming a Ghostwriter

7/8/2022

by Cris Yeager
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Ghostwriting

The dream of becoming a successful ghostwriter is an alluring one, but it’s also one that many aspiring writers will never realize unless they take the right steps to get there. Fortunately, becoming a ghostwriter only requires following three simple exercises — including how to handle your first few clients. It's a noble career to aspire to be a ghostwriter, but it might not be every writer's dream. No matter what you write, whether it is fiction or business content, you’ll be helping someone tell their story without expecting any credit.

Find Ghostwriting Work When Your Work is a Secret

7/5/2022

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Ghostwriting

When you’re in the business of ghostwriting, you are, by definition, working behind the scenes and out of the public eye. This can make finding work a little bit tricky — especially when you don’t want to just come right out and tell people what you do. Unfortunately, many of your prospective clients might have no idea that they need someone like you until they’re well into the process of publishing their book or article and need someone who can help them write it from scratch (or improve it). So how do you land jobs as a ghostwriter when your work is secret?

3 Types of Writers You Should Hire and Why

7/1/2022

by Cris Yeager
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Ghostwriting

Hiring a freelance writer can seem like an overwhelming prospect, especially if you’ve never done it before. But with the right perspective and a little insight into the process, you’ll find yourself working with an awesome writer who will bring your idea to life in no time!

Once you’ve decided that you need to hire a freelance writer, where do you start?

Ghostwriting Web Articles

6/27/2022

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Ghostwriting

Ghostwriting web articles can be a great way to establish yourself as an expert in your field, whether you are an established writer seeking to branch out into new areas or you’re just getting started and want to build up your portfolio of published work and related industry experience.

Not only can ghostwriting a web article boost your reputation, it also allows you to build relationships with people who will be happy to see your name again when you pitch them more original content down the road.

Ghostwriting Social Media Statuses

6/20/2022

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Ghostwriting

You’ve heard of Ghostwriting being used to write everything from novels and biographies to business books and even speeches; but did you know that it could be used to write social media posts, too?

Social media accounts are incredibly important to today’s businesses – even more so than they were just 5 years ago, when this was just becoming the norm!