When potential clients talk to me about ghostwriting their books, they inevitably ask, “How do you work?” or “What’s your writing process?” By this they mean, “Exactly what does a ghostwriter do?” The answer is simple: It depends on the client’s needs. Some clients, the … [Read more...]
Amusing Book Reviews
February 24, 2011 By Leave a Comment
In her “Ask Allison” blog, novelist Allison Win Scotch describes how painful reviews can be: “One of the toughest things about writing a book and putting it out into the world is being totally defenseless to the reviews that come your way…I've been blessed with this great review coverage and … [Read more...]
The Book Doctor Can “Revive” an Ailing Health Book
February 11, 2011 By Leave a Comment
You've finished writing your new health book, but it’s not quite as good as you had envisioned. The central idea is fuzzy, the various arguments don't connect, the case histories aren't positioned for maximal impact, the scientific explanations are confusing, there are too many studies, and/or the … [Read more...]
Why Write a Health Book?
February 11, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Becoming the author of a health book is an extremely powerful marketing tool for doctors, psychologists, chiropractors, nutritionists and other health care professionals. A book can… Greatly increase your public profile. Solidify your reputation as the expert in your field. Bring you guest … [Read more...]
Why Are You Writing Your Book?
February 11, 2011 By Leave a Comment
People who call to inquire about hiring me to ghostwrite their books are generally surprised when I ask them why they want to become authors. It’s not a frivolous question, for the answer helps shape the book, determine whether “standard” or self-publishing is the better route, and spur the … [Read more...]
