For a traditional published book or legacy project (we’re talking about 300 pages or 90-100,000 words), my fee starts at $40,000. That number can go up depending on the timeline and scope. If you need the book done on a tight deadline or it requires me to put everything else on hold, the investment increases accordingly. I’ve earned $100,000 and more for certain projects, depending on the complexity and demands involved.
So, what do you get for that investment? Well, for starters you get a publishing ready story written in the most compelling way possible. This isn’t just someone transcribing your thoughts. It’s a complete transformation of your ideas into a book that readers will actually want to pick up and finish.
You also get a seasoned guide to lead you throught the process of writing a book.
Now, can you find someone to do it cheaper? Absolutely. Just like with anything else in life, you get what you pay for. A lower price point might mean less experience, a longer timeline, or a final product that still needs significant work before it’s ready for publication.
The question isn’t really what ghostwriting costs. It’s what value you place on your story being told the right way.
