Have you ever been told by family or friends that you should write a book? Maybe you have spent your whole life accomplishing or experiencing interesting things but you've never considered writing a book about them. Some people are reluctant to tell their stories because of one reason or another. On the other hand, there are those who are flattered by the idea that their story is worth sharing, either for historical sake or inspiration.
If you are in the latter group, then you must ask yourself, do I want to write it myself, or do I want to hire a professional writer to do it. Where to start? What is involved? Who will publish it?
Wait a minute: For straight answers to these questions, you can ask Jill Amadio, 68-year-old author, screenwriter, ghostwriter, collaborater who works out of her home in Dana Point. During her long and impressive career she has ghostwritten or co-authored several books, mostly autobiographies of interesting people who would rather have someone else write their book for them.
What drives her to write without the credit that usually accompanies authorship? She usually answers that question this way: "I leave my ego at the door." She is comfortable being anonymous.
"I love a good mystery, and when I work with a subject I become a detective," she says. "No matter how humble my subjects might be, I can always find a story – whether it is in their life's experiences or among their relatives or ancestors. I do a considerable amount of research and always uncover information that makes for a good read." ...
http://www.examiner.com/home-gadgets-in-los-angeles/jill-amadio-ghostwriter-by-trade
If you are in the latter group, then you must ask yourself, do I want to write it myself, or do I want to hire a professional writer to do it. Where to start? What is involved? Who will publish it?
Wait a minute: For straight answers to these questions, you can ask Jill Amadio, 68-year-old author, screenwriter, ghostwriter, collaborater who works out of her home in Dana Point. During her long and impressive career she has ghostwritten or co-authored several books, mostly autobiographies of interesting people who would rather have someone else write their book for them.
What drives her to write without the credit that usually accompanies authorship? She usually answers that question this way: "I leave my ego at the door." She is comfortable being anonymous.
"I love a good mystery, and when I work with a subject I become a detective," she says. "No matter how humble my subjects might be, I can always find a story – whether it is in their life's experiences or among their relatives or ancestors. I do a considerable amount of research and always uncover information that makes for a good read." ...
http://www.examiner.com/home-gadgets-in-los-angeles/jill-amadio-ghostwriter-by-trade
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