Ghostwriting for Fun and Profit
We've all heard of ghostwriters. For some, a ghostwriter is the
ghostly assistant to junior detectives on a PBS kids' show. For
most, however, a ghostwriter is someone who writes for another,
in the name of another.
Many celebrities use a ghostwriter in their forays into writing.
Probably the most-noted ghostwriting project would have to be
the books by V.C. Andrews, which were taken on by a ghostwriter
after the real V.C. Andrews passed away. Surprisingly, there are
a lot of writers that would like to break into this type of
business, even though friends and family are sure to question
them about such a task.
But ghostwriting can be really rewarding. You get the chance to
research and write all about topics that you wouldn't normally
get the chance to learn about. The old "write what you know"
theory for writing doesn't apply here, as your clients will
dictate the topic you write about. And you can make a decent
living!
If you're new to writing, it might take some time to get
clients, but it's possible. It just takes some hard work and
perserverance. But there are serveral ways that a new
ghostwriter can find clients. First of all, bid on writing jobs
on contracted work sites such as getafreelancer.com or
rentacoder.com. You sign up as a service provider to begin
bidding on posted projects. If you win the bid, typically, you
do the writing project as a ghostwriter.
Be sure to place ads for your ghostwriting service on free
classified ad sites! It doesn't cost you anything and it's a
great way to get your services out there in front of your
potential clients.
Surely by now you're a member of at least a few forums. Post
responses with a signature that defines your ghostwriting
service and an email address or website for people to visit.
While in the forums, if you're allowed to introduce your
business, you should do it! Definitely seek out writing forums
for this. You'll be amazed at how many authors would love to
have a ghostwriter!
Have business cards created or create your own! This should
showcase your ghostwriting business, and you should definitely
pass them out at every opportunity. Write a press release
announcing your services. There are plenty of ways to get the
message out, even no-cost or low-cost distribution services
available online!
Ghostwriting may not be for everyone. If you want credit for
your work, it's definitely not the way to go, as you don't get
credit, the client does. However, if that doesn't matter to you
and you love to write on a wide variety of topics, ghostwriting
can be enjoyable and you can make some pretty good money doing
it!