who own your work, you or the self-publishers?

Who Owns Your Work, You or the Self-Publisher?

As a general rule, you retain the rights to your book when you self-publish. But "general rules" can be bent! Here are some things to look for.
12 rules for readable writing, Barry Fox, ghostwriter

12 Rules For Readable Writing

Readable writing is a must for non-fiction writers. Mastering these 12 rules will help ensure that your words don’t stand in the way of your message.

How to Start an Autobiography – 8 Great Examples

Examples of how to begin your life story, from the autobiographies of John Denver, Nelson Mandela, Ronald Reagan, and American sniper Chris Kyle.
memoir ideas are everywhere

Memoir Ideas Are Everywhere!

Not sure whether you have a story to tell? Here are 25 ways of thinking about your life and organizing your thoughts into a great book.
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What is a Memoir?

Your memoir is a carefully selected “slice” of your life, not the whole story. It's about revealing and connecting, not endless facts. Learn more.
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What is the Ghostwriting Process? Here Are 5 Possibilities

Are you the “you do it" type, the “I’ll finish it when you’re done" type, or one of other three types? Learning which you are will make the ghostwriting process much smoother.
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What Does it Cost to Hire a Ghostwriter?

A look at the price range charged by professional ghostwriters to write a book – and why they charge what they do.
autobiography or memoir?

Autobiography or Memoir?

There's a big difference between a memoir and an autobiography. A look at the two ways of writing your life story, and a discussion of which is best for you.
getting free PR for your book

Getting Free PR for Your Book

It's possible to get free PR - a whole lot - for your book. Here's how.
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Beware the Competing Works Clause in Book Publishing Contracts

It’s just one of endless clauses buried in a book publishing contract, but it can cost you a lot of money if you’re careful. Learn more about the clause with claws.

How to Write Your Autobiography – Google story

6 steps to writing your autobiography. It's not hard to get started, and simply starting gets you halfway there.
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8 Questions to Ask Your Ghostwriter – Google story

You're eager to begin writting your book - but be sure to ask your ghostwriter these questions before starting! Bestselling ghostwriters Nadine Taylor and Barry Fox explain.

The Book Ghostwriting Process – Google story

A look at the book ghostwriting process - how a ghostwriter turns your basic idea into a great book! By bestselling ghostwriters Barry Fox and Nadine Taylor.

The Book Proposal – Google story

A quick rundown of the elements of the non-fiction book proposal - what's in it, and why.
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Book Editors, Proofreaders, et al. – Google story

A quick look at the copy editor, developmental editor, proofreader, and other professionals who can help you create a great book!