Ghostwriting pairs people with specialized expertise (like you!) with professional writers. You bring your unique insights and knowledge to the table, and our experts transform them into an engaging book-length manuscript. These behind-the-scenes writers work under nondisclosure agreements, ensuring their anonymity and allowing your ideas to take centre stage.

You need to bring your ideas, expertise, and willingness to collaborate. It's not necessary to have a complete outline or written materials to start with. Our ghostwriters can help structure your book and extract the needed information from you.

This usually involves ongoing interviews, the number and length of which depend on the complexity of the topic. Don't worry about providing too much information at first; the goal is to get a comprehensive understanding of your ideas and vision for the book.

Our goal is to complete most projects within 6 to 12 months, though this can vary based on several factors, including the complexity of the project, your availability for providing insights, and the time needed for feedback and revisions.

Once the project is completed and full payment is made, you retain all rights to the book. The ghostwriter has no claim over the copyright, royalties, or any future earnings from the book.

The investment in ghostwriting services can vary significantly, reflecting factors such as the quality of the work, the scope of the project, and the experience of the writer. We specialize in crafting high-quality, succinct nonfiction books. Our services start at $50,000, reflecting the premium value we deliver. We meticulously curate and manage our ghostwriting talent, ensuring that you receive an exceptional manuscript that meets your unique needs and exceeds your expectations.

The investment in ghostwriting services can vary significantly, reflecting factors such as the quality of the work, the scope of the project, and the experience of the writer. We specialize in crafting high-quality, succinct nonfiction books. Our services start at $50,000, reflecting the premium value we deliver. We meticulously curate and manage our ghostwriting talent, ensuring that you receive an exceptional manuscript that meets your unique needs and exceeds your expectations.

• 100% refund prior to the completion of the ghostwriting questionnaire and within the first 30 days.
• 75% refund prior to the completion of the first chapter.
• 50% refund upon the completion of the first chapter.

At Tellwell, we are dedicated to ensuring our clients' satisfaction with our services. To provide transparency and clarity, we offer the following refund policy:
After the first chapter has been completed, further refunds cannot be offered due to the commitment we've made to our ghostwriters.

The final manuscript is delivered as a Word document.

The typical word count for many genres of nonfiction books is anywhere from 35,000– 55,000 words. With that said, various elements beyond that contribute to a ghostwriting project’s complexity and scale. Considering these factors, along with a rough idea of final word count, enables the ghostwriter and the client to establish a comprehensive scope for your non-fiction business-book project.

Tellwell will work with you to define an in-depth agreement outlining all aspects of the project to ensure a successful collaboration and the delivery of a high-quality, impactful book. In the end, the word count plays only a partial role in the overall output of a ghostwriter, whose job it is to ensure your book is the perfect length for what it has to say.

Concepts and jargon: Effectively explaining complex concepts and industry jargon in a reader-friendly manner requires a skilled ghostwriter who can strike the right balance between accessibility and expertise.

Target audience: Identifying and understanding the book's target audience is crucial to tailoring the content to their needs and interests.

Writing style and tone: Adapting the writing style and tone to match the author’s or brand's voice, while keeping the content accessible and engaging, is an art that demands careful attention.

Revision and feedback process: The revision process may be intensive, with multiple rounds of feedback and refinement.

Data and graphics: If the book involves data analysis or the use of graphics or other visual elements, additional effort will be required to ensure accuracy and clarity in presenting the information.

Marketing and objectives: Aligning the book's content with the client’s marketing and objectives adds strategic advantages to the project.

Yes. At Tellwell we provide comprehensive services that go beyond writing. We offer full-service publishing assistance, from editing to design, print and ebook distribution, audiobooks, and marketing guidance.

We guide authors step by step through our proven process. The exact scope of services depends on what you select in consultation with one of our publishing consultants.

Absolutely. Regular communication between you and your ghostwriter is key to a successful project. We typically facilitate this through scheduled calls or emails.

Our ghostwriters are equipped to conduct light research to supplement the interviews and materials you provide to gain a deeper understanding of the topic. However, if the project requires extensive research, it would be important for us to discuss this at the outset, as it might impact the timeline and cost of the project.

Definitely. This is a part of the process we relish. Our ghostwriters are adept at guiding you in the development of your ideas, ensuring a clear and compelling structure, and shaping engaging content that will resonate with readers.

Yes. Our ghostwriters can take what you’ve started and help you bring it to completion, while staying true to your voice and vision.

Our standard ghostwriting service includes one round of revisions after the initial draft is completed. If you need additional assistance or updates after the project has concluded, we can provide that service for an additional fee.

Even when your manuscript is expertly ghostwritten, we highly recommend a professional editor’s review before publishing your book. Our ghostwriters are thorough and committed to producing high-quality work, but due to their deep immersion in the project they may have unintentionally overlooked certain structural or grammatical elements.

An editor provides a fresh, objective perspective, catching any potential oversights, inconsistencies, or areas for improvement.

The editor will examine the text for grammar, punctuation, stylistic consistency, and overall flow, enhancing readability and ensuring a polished final product. They can also offer critical feedback on the structure, logical progression, and presentation of your arguments or insights, reinforcing the effectiveness of your manuscript. This step is crucial in ensuring that your nonfiction book is professional, engaging, and ready for publication.

At the outset, you will complete a detailed questionnaire that will serve as a project brief. This will be followed by an assessment period wherein Tellwell carefully reviews your responses to determine the project’s scope to pair you with the best ghostwriter for your subject and your book project as a whole.

Tellwell ghostwriters are professional authors with numerous business books under their belts. It’s their job to be the expert when it comes to writing and collaborating, and it’s yours to be the expert in your field!

The writing process takes place over time and after a significant amount of planning, outlining, interviews, research, and revisions.

Part of the ghostwriter’s skillset is knowing how to elicit exactly what they need from you to write a high-quality manuscript that suits your needs and the demands of your target audience.