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Not all ghostwriters are created equal. Each has experience in certain areas as well as little experience in others. Depending on what you are looking for you need to know this information. But all ghostwriters should have certain essential qualifications to ghostwrite for you. Ability to Communicate If your ghostwriter has difficulty expressing him or herself to you, especially in writing, that should raise a red flag. If the ghostwriter is constantly interrupting or fails to grasp what you are saying that is another. Ghostwriters should be at least as proficient at listening as they are at writing. Flexibility You will want to see at least one previous work written by your ghostwriter that is in a style similar to yours. You do not want a book written in language that clearly is not you. It is important that your ghostwriter be able to adapt to your style. Solid Skills in English Request several writing samples. Any competent and experienced ghostwriter will have a computer full. Satisfy yourself that they can write effectively in English. Anyone can, and many do, create a website and make all kinds of claims. Published Author Ideally, your ghostwriter should have written books in his or her name you can buy from Amazon or check out of your local library. Be wary when you cannot find published work in the ghostwriter's own name. Research Ability and Experience A ghostwriter must have essential research skills and experience. It is unusual for someone to provide all of the material necessary to write a book. Independent research is a part of every ghostwriting project. Finally, no matter how effectively you've communicated what you want verbally, detailed written directives and expectations from you along with a summary of what you want from your ghostwriter are essential before you enter into an agreement. No process is perfect but if you've paid attention to these areas and exercised commonsense you are more likely to find and work with a ghostwriter who can produce a book you can be proud of. For more details visit Ghostwriter. |