You’re ready to write your book. You have a story to share that you hope will inspire others, and it’s time to get it into the world.
But you’re busy. You’re working hard and barely have time for everything you’re already committed to. And honestly, you’re not really sure where to start with this book thing, even if you did have the time.
Maybe you’ve tried writing some pages or recalling some anecdotes, but it’s hard. This story is deeply personal to you and your family, and you want to do it justice. You’ve realized that, frankly, you don’t know what you’re doing.
If you’re going to tell your story properly, you need help. Real, professional, let’s-get-’er-done help.
What is ghostwriting?
Ghostwriting is when one person (the ghostwriter) helps another person (the author) write their book—in a very specific way. I’m a ghostwriter, and let’s imagine you’re the author…
You want to share your story. Perhaps it’s something you’ve been through, or maybe it’s your family’s history. You know it’s important to get this story into the world, but when you try to write it down… it kinda sucks.
Or you don’t even get to that stage because you’re too damn busy to sit down and make it sound good. Or you’re too embarrassed to ask your mom questions about her childhood. Or you don’t know how to talk about the stuff from your past. Or you don’t think you can ever do this story justice on your own.
But you don’t need to do any of it alone. In ghostwriting, you tell me your story. You don’t need to worry about what to put first, or how it sounds, or how to do this without upsetting your family. You just get on the phone, talk me through what happened, and answer my bajillion questions.
Then, I use my skills and experience writing 16 books to bring your story to life. I write for you using your actual words, stories, and manner of speaking. I turn what happened into a meaningful, compelling, page-turning story that preserves your legacy.
It’s your story. I translate it into written form, structure it into a powerful narrative, and create a manuscript you can publish. Then, you can hold your book in your hands, and know you’ve created a legacy that outlive you.
“I am actually excited about my book now! This is going to be fun.”
How does ghostwriting work?
Together, we’ll share your experience in an engaging, inspiring, meaningful book that will resonate with readers.
We’ll do it in three phases.
Phase one: We brain-dump everything
I’ll ask you to complete a Jumpstart Questionnaire, in which I invite you to think about how you want to share your story, who needs to hear about your experience, and what you really want to achieve with this book. This will give us a jump start on our work together.
We’ll have a series of Zoom calls in which I’ll ask questions, hear your ideas and stories, and learn about your message. You don’t need to have anything figured out in advance! We’ll work it all out together. We’ll take as many calls as needed to get the content, but experience tells me you can expect this to take about ten one-hour calls.
Phase two: We make a rock-solid plan
I’ll write a detailed outline, so you can see what your story will read like. Together, we’ll edit the outline to ensure we have a solid foundation for our writing.
Then, I’ll write what I call a soundcheck, which is a small sample of writing using your words, mannerisms, and style. We’ll edit this to zone in on the right tone of voice and ensure you’re comfortable as we move forward into the heavy writing.
Phase three: We write and edit until it’s brilliant
I’ll write your story into engaging, compelling chapters that immerse the reader in your experiences. I’ll send you one chapter at a time, so you can see our progress as we go.
For each chapter, we’ll go through two rounds of edits, adjusting the writing so it feels true to your voice and compelling for readers.
We’ll end with a full, ready-to-publish book manuscript that you’ll feel incredibly proud of. I’ll offer advice on publishing options, so you can publish your manuscript and finally hold your book in your hands.
“I loved the brain dump sessions and collaboration. It helped me work through questions and consider how a reader would interpret the information.
”And... my book became an Amazon bestseller!”
What do I get when I work with a ghostwriter?
When we work together to write your book, you’ll partner directly with me. It’s just us, working one-on-one to create the book you envision. There will be no AI. I’m human; so are you. We’ll write a story filled with humanity.
We’ll sign a non-disclosure agreement, meaning all our work is confidential. You can share your story—and all its ugly edges—confident it will stay private as we shape it into the version you want to share.
At the end of our work together, you’ll get a full, finished manuscript that includes:
A title page,
A dedication,
A table of contents,
Acknowledgments, and
All text matter, including introduction and part titles, as required.
You can add other elements—it’s your book, after all—but this is everything you need to move into the publishing process.
The final manuscript will be delivered as an MS Word file, formatted in Times New Roman font, size 12 point, double-spaced, flushed left (ragged right), with one-inch margins. This is the most useful format for moving into the publication process.
You’ll own all rights to the manuscript. You will not owe me any part of an advance or royalties from book sales. This gives you the freedom to publish, share, and use your book exactly as you want after our work together.
How long does it take to ghostwrite a book?
I’ve ghostwritten 16 books and, in my experience, you can expect the ghostwriting process to take about nine months from idea to ready-to-publish manuscript. Our final timeline will vary based on your availability to schedule calls and provide editing feedback.
We’ll continue to set mutually-agreeable deadlines for milestones, so you always know what to expect and when.
I’m usually booked up in advance, so please see below for my current start-date availability.
“Every day I think what a great decision it was to ask for Liz’s help.”
Share your story.
Share your experiences.
Leave a legacy that helps the world.
About Green Goose writing
I’m Liz Green, the editor, book coach, and ghostwriter behind Green Goose Writing. I help first-time writers who have been through something, and want to write a book about it to help others. But they don’t know where to start or get stuck trying to put the words on the page.
I help them finally write their memoir, so they can share their experience and pay it forward.
“Working with Liz is a dream. Her writing is great—very clean and professional. However, what surprised me is how insightful she can be.”
How much does ghostwriting cost?
You can find ghostwriters charging every imaginable rate. They vary based on the writer’s experience, how in-demand they are, their interest in the subject matter, and, frankly, their confidence in their ability to produce a memoir you can be proud of.
I believe in transparent pricing. You don’t want to waste your time inquiring with a writer who charges pennies because they don’t have any experience or with one who won’t get out of bed for less than Taylor Swift’s annual income.
My current rate is $50,000 USD for a memoir of up to 90,000 words.
We split this into installments. A $1,000 USD deposit on signing of our agreement secures your space in my schedule, followed by ten monthly installments of $4,900 USD.
If this doesn’t work with your budget, you can find other great writers with various rates at The Association of Ghostwriters. If you’re interested in writing your book yourself but with my help, you can also explore editing and coaching options which are a smaller investment. Whatever your budget, you CAN write your book.
“After our first call, I felt assured Liz was the right person to work with. (I really trust my gut when it comes to people). My only concern was the investment required. I had to put a value to my project and decide whether to move forward... and I did.
”I’d never done this before but Liz made everything easy, achievable, and doable. I loved our brain dump sessions. They went almost like talks between friends in a coffee shop. Now, I feel great that the vision in my head a year ago is written. I’m excited about the next steps (even if I’m also nervous).
”Yes, the price is not low, but if you’re looking for quality, dedication, and thoughtful work, that is what you’ll get.”
“Thank you from the bottom of my heart for what you have created. I am truly awed. Worth every penny.”
How do I book You as a ghostwriter?
You must find a ghostwriter who’s a good fit for your personality, needs, and book. We both need to feel excited about working together. Here’s what the process looks like moving forward:
Click the green button below to message me about ghostwriting. If it seems like we could be a good fit to work together, we’ll schedule a video call to discuss your book idea and answer all your questions.
If we’re on the same page and are excited to move forward, I’ll send you an agreement outlining the details of our work commitment.
We’ll both sign the agreement, you’ll send your deposit, and we’ll start work on our agreed date to finally make your book a reality.
“I am absolutely thrilled with our work. Admittedly, I was a bit nervous at the beginning, but I was struck by Liz’s attention to detail, professionalism, and knowledge.”