Ghostwriting for Fun and
Profit
by Amanda Baker
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 its possible. It just takes
some hard work and perseverance. But there are several 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 its 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, its 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!
Amanda Baker writes for
All Things Pondered:
http://AllThingsPondered.com
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