Nancy Wurtzel of Thousand Oaks, California writes:
“I have a client who is interested in writing a book on brain health, targeted to Baby Boomers. My idea is to take the book in an entirely different direction so it will stand out from the dozens of other books that have already been published on this subject.
“We need a ghostwriter to help us refine the book concept, and write a great outline and a dynamite pitch letter to publishers.
“I can provide direction, and the physician I work with is bright, funny and reasonable. He can supply all medical information and research that will be needed—he simply does not have the time to pen the book word for word.
“Can your Hounds explain the best way for us to find a ghostwriter who’s a good fit for this topic? Any tips and resources they could provide would be greatly appreciated.”
Indeed, the ghostwriters will find you. Dr. Caron Goode here, psychologist, ghostwriter for over fifty ghosted nonfiction books and fables. I have authored fifteen books, the latest is Raising Intuitive Children, (New Page, 2009). I have written 10 books in the wellness, fitness, medical arena from managing diabetes, menopause to being fully alive and losing weight. Neuroscience is one of specialties in human development, and I would have a blast working on this with you.
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Hi — You just did! I’d love to chat with you about ghostwriting your book — in fact, I’ve thought about writing such a book myself (as humor) and even have a title for you: The Brain — An Owner’s Manual. I’ve worked as a journalist and PR writer for 30+ years (with about 15 years in healthcare marketing), recently earned my MFA in creative writing (nonfiction), and humor is a specialty. Email me at gail@theprbuzz.com or check out my web site at http://www.theprbuzz.com. Phone: 757-930-0032.
Nancy — this is a fascinating concept and I’d love to chat about some ideas. Depending on your specific requirements, I may be the ghostwriter you need. Contact me at writeawaymm@gmail.com, and, Happy Holidays!
Look for a writer who has (a) a successful track record with published books, (b) a good track record of meeting, or beating, deadlines, and (c) who has a personality that’s a good match with yours, your client, and the physician.
Dorothy Pedersen
http://www.WritingDoneRight.com
(519) 941-6164
Try contacting American Independent Writers (formerly Washington Independent Writers). It’s the largest regional writing organization in the United States and is primarily made up of freelancers. They have a job bank for writers (it’s a little hard to find–right hand column): http://washwriter.org/
Hi Nancy
I know a number of people, including myself, who have had great success finding ghost writers on elance.com.
You can post a job, get writing examples and receive competitive quotes. I’ve been impressed at the quality of writing and range of expertise.
Happy holidays.
Regards
Madisen Harper
Hi, Nancy.
I’m a ghost writer with experience writing a wide-range of topics from business and finance to health and beauty on behalf of some of the top thought leaders in the country. I’ve worked on quite a few books – three this past year – and am happy to share references and writing samples.
I have 20 years experience, have never missed a deadline, won numerous awards and love what I do.
You can contact me via email at melissa.prusher@gmail.com for further dialogue. Look forward to hearing from you.
Dear Nancy,
I too wish to throw my hat in the ring–I have written 9 books, and have worked as a technical editor for Adams Media on two of their health books.
I have quite a bit of brain health knowledge (I have written and lectured a 6 hour CME Biomed course on “The Aging Brain”) and could easily ghostwrite your physician’s treatise on baby boomer brain health. [I too have a well developed sense of humor…]I’d love to discuss this with you at your convenience…
Sincerely,
Heather Walters
docmaclean@embarqmail.com
My writing partner and I have a great deal of experience in ghostwriting. We have also helped authors in the medical field. Feel free to check out our website and see if we are a good fit for your project.
Wishing you the best!
Jean
Medical Technical Writers are the way to go. I can suggest Karen Burd – kbmagicwords@comcast.net – who can either take the assignment or recommend somebody who can.
Hi,
I’m a medical writer and author of 86 health trade books (mostly collaborations/ghostwritten). My publishers include Time Warner, Penguin, Simon & Schuster, Random House, Harper Collins, NAL, Little Brown, Dell, Berkley, Norton, Wiley and more. Just published a hard cover book (July 08 release) on preventing Alzheimer’s (4 step program) with a neurologist/psychiatrist from LA. If you’re interested in talking about health trade book publication, email me. Thanks. DB
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You could get a good writer at linkedin.com or seek at freelance or elance.