Memoir Ghostwriting

Leave Your Legacy with a Memoir

I help founders, leaders, and accomplished individuals leave their legacy. My clients go on to give TED Talks, become Time’s Person of the Year, and change the lives of others by sharing their story. I also write memoirs for families wanting to create a timeless heirloom that will be passed on for generations. Want help with ghostwriting and publishing? Check out my First Class Ghostwriting + Publishing Package.

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FEATURED IN…

“Amy was the gift my book needed! I had written a memoir but it lacked a voice and emotion. Amy quickly found my voice, found my sub themes and rewrote my memoir. She brought me to tears when I read her rewrite outline as it was exactly what I had wanted and needed for my story. Amy works quickly, meets every deadline she sets and was so tapped into my vision and my story. The investment was worth every penny! She is incredibly talented and a pleasure to work with.”

— JEANNE, ENTREPRENEUR

My Memoir Ghostwriting Process

FREE DISCOVERY CALL

Ready to start your story? Send me a message and let's chat. On your complimentary discovery call, you can share the details about your story with me and what you’re looking for.

PROJECT COMMENCEMENT

After our initial call, I'll send over my standard contract and an invoice so we can begin. For my First Class Ghostwriting + Publishing Package, I charge $100,000 for all aspects of writing and publishing your story from first draft to published book. For other types of developmental editing or writing projects, I charge by the hour at $750/hour.

OUTLINING & THE ALCHEMY OF YOUR STORY

I'll begin with a big-picture outline where I'll work with you on capturing your life story on Zoom calls or phone calls and translating it onto the page in the most elevated form possible. From there, I'll get your feedback and then create a detailed chapter outline that will serve as the roadmap for the book.

GENERATING THE FIRST DRAFT

After your chapter outline is created, we'll switch to asynchronous work and I'll send you a list of questions each week as well as a new Google Docs file with the updated draft. You can send voice memos or screenshare videos answering my questions and/or giving notes on the draft as it evolves. I work with a writer's assistant who helps me with fact-checking, proofreading, and other as-needed editorial tasks so that I can capture every facet of your life on the page. This part of the process can take anywhere from 1-2 months depending on how quickly you're able to get back to my questions.

TAILORING, REWRITING, AND THE FINAL FINE-TUNE

After we've generated the clay of the first draft, it's time to mold your story into perfection! Each memoir has a unique revision process, and I'll walk through those steps with you to tailor your draft, get notes from beta readers, and complete a polished final draft for you to take to the next step.

PUBLISHING NEXT STEPS

For my First Class Ghostwriting + Publishing Package, my team and I will handle all aspects of book ghostwriting and publishing for you, from the cover design, interior layout, Kindle formatting, proofreading, and ensuring your book is properly set up and ready to accept pre-orders on Amazon. I will also create a book marketing strategy for you to have the best shot possible to land on bestseller lists and leave a legacy for many years to come.

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FAQ

Do you recommend traditional publishing or self-publishing?

It depends: traditional publishing can validate your book, but it can also take several years to publish the book through big publishers. Working with me to self-publish your books means that you don’t have to lift a finger, but you can see your book in readers’ hands within a few months and you’ll receive a larger percentage of royalties.

How much does it cost to hire you as a memoir ghostwriter for my book?

For my First Class Ghostwriting + Publishing Package, my rate is $100,000 and that includes all aspects of the process. I’ll carefully construct your manuscript with you and handle all aspects of the design and publishing process of your book. If you’d just like me to write the book and not publish it for you, my rate is $750/hour and the total cost depends on the length and complexity of your manuscript.

How long does the writing process take?

With my First Class Ghostwriting + Publishing Package, I can complete your book within 2-3 months if you’re able to make yourself available to answer my questions on a weekly basis.

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WHAT MY CLIENTS ARE SAYING

"I have talked to many author about my book before settling on Amy. Amy has a very creative way to make your story a reality the way you want. She is very patient and asked all the right questions as I am not the easiest person to understand. I would recommend anyone to Amy."
"If you are lucky enough to get a chance to work with Amy, grab it! She is a pleasure to work with, and quickly steered me in the right direction. The only way it could have been better is if I had found her a year earlier! Her communication is fantastic, she is reachable and makes herself available. She delivered everything ahead of schedule. Her insights have been invaluable. The best way to sum it up is that when I reviewed her details, I decided to pay 4 times what I had been planning to pay, and it was a very wise decision!"
"Amy is phenomenal. A true professional who goes above and beyond! Her insight, writing ability, experience, professionalism, creativity and feedback were invaluable for my project. I wish there were more than five stars because she deserves it. I'd definitely hire her again!"
"Hire Amy... that's all that needs to be said. Whatever copy materials that you are looking for, Amy will get it done at the highest caliber of quality. She is excellent with her communication, thorough research and she really knows how to nail exactly what you're looking for. My only advice is to provide her with as much detail as you possibly can and it'll produce the best results. I can tell that Amy prides herself on being the best in the business even if she would prefer to humble herself and say she's only ONE of the best. But no, She IS the best!”
"I couldn't be any happier with Amy's work on my project. She is an amazing writer. She followed my brand messaging guide to a "T" and she is extremely efficient with her time. She has excellent intuition and will find just the right words to communicate your message to your target audience."