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santomasssimo
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How to Frame this Job

 

We are trying to figure out the best way to post a specific job and looking for input regarding assistance on a new business book regarding commercial real estate.  The author has already written and self-published 3 books previously including one best-seller on Amazon.  He has started to write his forth but is having trouble finding the time and we’d like to have it out quicker than he can do it.  It will be just under 200 pages. 

 

We need some input/options on the most efficient and effective way to proceed. We’re thinking he could give a ghostwriter what he has already, have a conversation (in person or via zoom) to get the tone and to outline the remainder of the book and then let them finish it.  Or he could record most of the content and his thoughts, have it transcribed and then have a conversation and allow the ghostwriter to complete it.  

 

Or how else would we proceed? And how would we estimate time and cost for such a project?  It’s important that we maintain his writing style.

 

Thank you!

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g_vasilevski
Retired Team Member
Retired Team Member

Hi Rod,

 

I have escalated your concern to our team and one of our team members will reach out to you directly to assist further with this. Thank you.

~ Goran
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wendy_writes
Community Member

Rod, that is a question only the source author can answer.  What would he/she find most comfortable as a working method?  He/she must have at least one lengthy conversation with the ghostwriter.  They can agree on the process, the steps needed, etc.  Your client can explain priorities and clarify what he/she deems most important.  The ghostwriter must be able to write in the same voice ... and reading prior books by the person is not adequate to master style, tone, and nuances.

 

Frankly, I would recommend you and your client screen profiles; check credentials of those that appear to be possibilities - then have your client spend time talking to the top candidates.  Your question is not something Upwork can help with; none of the staff are trained and proven writers ... let alone ghostwriters.

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