We’re Barry Fox and Nadine Taylor, ghostwriters and editors of highly praised business books, memoirs, works of history and politics, and more.
We help you turn your intriguing idea into a polished book, by ghostwriting it for you.
With more than 60 published books to our credit, our resumes include New York Times, USA Today, Wall Street Journal, PublishersWeekly, and Amazon bestsellers.
Our work includes books such as:
- The Arthritis Cure – a New York Times #1 bestselling blockbuster!
- Diana & Dodi: A Love Story – an eyewitness account of Princess Diana’s last romance and final days.
- Daughter of Apartheid – a black woman born to the racist apartheid regime of South Africa shares her views on humanity and forgiveness.
- Wake Up! You’re Alive – an inspirational look at the Five Virtues, praised by Norman Vincent Peale, the “father of positive thinking.”
- Work It! – a guide to business for newcomers, by the founder of SkillPath.
- The Kay & Bill Doré Story – the wild story of a rags-to-riches couple who created a $2 billion oil business.
- Make Your Best Life – a life story by the former COO of Toys “R” Us that focuses on living the best possible life.
- Into the Light – a memoir by the founder/CEO of Acadiana Plastics Moulding, emphasizing the importance of hard work and determination to always go toward the light.
- If My Heart Had Wings – a story of hope that tracks the young widow of a World War II pilot as she reclaims her life and power.
Call us at (818) 917-5362 to find out how we can turn your dream into reality!
What clients say about us
“Working with Barry became a journey of self-discovery, resulting in a much better book than I ever could have written on my own…”
“Thanks, Nadine, for encouraging me, for keeping me on track, and especially for your friendship. You have made this journey fun.”
“Barry Fox has an uncanny ability to understand what’s important and what’s not; to make you think more deeply about your life and come up with insights you didn’t know you had; and to transform your stories, ideas and feelings into writing that is not only beautiful but highly readable.”
“Nadine became a writer, therapist, literary critic, and friend, all rolled into one. Writing the book with Nadine was a wonderful experience that we recommend to all!”
“Barry has the unique ability of ensuring that a writer’s collection of thoughts can be weaved together with stories, images, and frameworks into one well-thought-out whole.”
“Deciding to work with Nadine…was the best decision I have made in a long time. Her attention to detail, professionalism, and writing skills are superb.”
“…the bonus was that the lengthy discussions about the stories in the book felt like therapy… I missed them once it was over.”
“Barry thinks big, is incredibly creative, insists on maintaining a high quality bar, and is a consummate professional. I loved working with Barry and hope to do so again in the future!”
“Barry’s writing, editorial, and research work greatly transformed my project. We were able to take it to levels I hadn’t imagined possible. I can’t wait to work with him on the next venture.”
“Barry is not only a great writer, but he is professional, kind, creative, genuine, honest, patient, and an all-around excellent guy. Barry helped me dig deep into my stories and ideas to produce a more complex, nuanced book than my wife and I could have ever imagined. The experience was a great one, and I would highly recommend Barry Fox to anyone looking to have their story brought to life.”
“Working with Barry as a developmental editor was a rewarding experience…. his feedback and attention to detail helped clarify my academic manuscript while ensuring it appealed to a broad audience. I recommend Barry to those seeking to refine their work.”
“Working with Barry was a wonderful experience! He has an excellent sense of what matters and what can be set aside; keeps both the big picture and the details in mind simultaneously; keeps pushing the bar higher; and helps you turn your accumulated learning and experience into a clear and compelling book.”
“Working with Barry became a journey of self-discovery, resulting in a much better book than I ever could have written on my own…”
“Thanks, Nadine, for encouraging me, for keeping me on track, and especially for your friendship. You have made this journey fun.”
“Barry Fox has an uncanny ability to understand what’s important and what’s not; to make you think more deeply about your life and come up with insights you didn’t know you had; and to transform your stories, ideas and feelings into writing that is not only beautiful but highly readable.”
“Nadine became a writer, therapist, literary critic, and friend, all rolled into one. Writing the book with Nadine was a wonderful experience that we recommend to all!”
“Barry has the unique ability of ensuring that a writer’s collection of thoughts can be weaved together with stories, images, and frameworks into one well-thought-out whole.”
“Deciding to work with Nadine…was the best decision I have made in a long time. Her attention to detail, professionalism, and writing skills are superb.”
“…the bonus was that the lengthy discussions about the stories in the book felt like therapy… I missed them once it was over.”
“Barry thinks big, is incredibly creative, insists on maintaining a high quality bar, and is a consummate professional. I loved working with Barry and hope to do so again in the future!”
“Barry’s writing, editorial, and research work greatly transformed my project. We were able to take it to levels I hadn’t imagined possible. I can’t wait to work with him on the next venture.”
“Barry helped me dig deep into my stories and ideas to produce a more complex, nuanced book than my wife and I could have ever imagined. … I would highly recommend Barry Fox to anyone looking to have their story brought to life.”
“Working with Barry as a developmental editor was a rewarding experience…. his feedback and attention to detail helped clarify my academic manuscript while ensuring it appealed to a broad audience. I recommend Barry to those seeking to refine their work.”
“Working with Barry was a wonderful experience! He has an excellent sense of what matters and what can be set aside; keeps both the big picture and the details in mind simultaneously; keeps pushing the bar higher; and helps you turn your accumulated learning and experience into a clear and compelling book.”
Personalized Ghostwriter Services
You’ll know exactly who is ghostwriting your book because you’ll work directly with either Barry or Nadine.
Ideally, we’ll travel to your location for face-to-face meetings that will help us define and sharpen your ideas and understand the way you express yourself. Then we’ll return home to Los Angeles to ghostwrite your book.
Personalized Ghostwriter Services
You’ll know exactly who is ghostwriting your book because you’ll work directly with either Barry or Nadine.
Publication Assistance Available
Many of our clients ask for help with either traditional publishing or self-publishing. We can provide that, for an additional fee.
For traditional publication, we will identify appropriate literary agents and write your book proposal. (To learn more about proposals, check out Barry’s “Writing a Great Non-Fiction Book Proposal” video on YouTube.)
If, on the other hand, you’re interested in self-publication, we can shepherd you through the processes.
Book Ghostwriter Services, Plus!
Ghostwriting a book is a huge undertaking. We’ll ensure that your idea or story is transformed into a compelling, well-organized, easy-to-read manuscript that captivates readers.
Let us help you realize your dream of being a published author!
Please Note: Although we’re based in Los Angeles, California, we travel around the U.S. and abroad to meet with our authors. We do not ghostwrite novels, screenplays, books for children, poetry, or school papers.
Call us at 818-917-5362 or use the Contact Form below to learn more about the book ghostwriters and what we can do for you.
Book Ghostwriter Services, Plus!
Ghostwriting a book is a huge undertaking. We’ll ensure that your idea or story is transformed into a compelling manuscript that captivates readers.
Then, if you like, we’ll help you through the standard publishing or self-publishing process.
Call us at 818-917-5362 or use the Contact Form below to learn more about what we can do for you as book ghostwriters.
What publishing VIPS say about us
“Thank you so much for all your hard work. I think this is a fabulous book.”
“Working with Barry Fox…has been a pleasure. He is hard-working, detail-oriented, and very respectful of the process.”
“Congratulations! You’ve done a fantastic job here. The program is very clear, the writing is engaging, and the promise of helping people is on every page. There is very little to do editorially on this—thank you!”
“Thank you for your incredible work… Not only was the manuscript on time, but it was clean, well-researched, and was a perfect execution of the editorial vision for the book. Most important, you were able to take the complex work…and present it in a way that was both easy to understand and highly readable.”
“I am pleased with how well the manuscript was put together. The organization is strong, the advice sound, and all is presented in a very easy to understand way. It’s the best one I’ve seen in quite a while—thank you for doing such a good job.”
“Just a note to say how pleased I am with the job you did on Overcoming Syndrome X. Rarely do I receive the draft of a manuscript in nearly perfect condition… Congratulations on a superb job.”
“Thanks again for all of your hard (and speedy) work. The manuscript is quite wonderful.”
“I read the final manuscript and was utterly charmed. You have achieved just the right tone of affection and intimacy—congratulations.”
“Once again, I was pleasantly surprised to receive a well-written, nicely organized manuscript that hardly needs editing. I must admit I feel a bit guilty!”
“I loved it! These few chapters [you just turned in] are so overwhelmingly inspirational that I wanted to get back to you as soon as possible.”
“Thank you so much for all your hard work. I think this is a fabulous book.”
“Working with Barry Fox…has been a pleasure. He is hard-working, detail-oriented, and very respectful of the process.”
“Congratulations! You’ve done a fantastic job here… There is very little to do editorially on this—thank you!”
“Thank you for your incredible work… Not only was the manuscript on time, but it was clean, well-researched, and was a perfect execution of the editorial vision for the book.”
“I am pleased with how well the manuscript was put together… It’s the best one I’ve seen in quite a while—thank you for doing such a good job.”
“Just a note to say how pleased I am with the job you did on Overcoming Syndrome X. Rarely do I receive the draft of a manuscript in nearly perfect condition… Congratulations on a superb job.”
“Thanks again for all of your hard (and speedy) work. The manuscript is quite wonderful.”
“I read the final manuscript and was utterly charmed. You have achieved just the right tone of affection and intimacy—congratulations.”
“Once again, I was pleasantly surprised to receive a well-written, nicely organized manuscript that hardly needs editing. I must admit I feel a bit guilty!”
“I loved it! These few chapters [you just turned in] are so overwhelmingly inspirational that I wanted to get back to you as soon as possible.”
To learn more about memoirs, ghostwriting, and publishing, read our blogs.
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