Gotham Ghostwriters

Thinking about hiring a ghostwriter? Mark your calendars for December 4 when Gotham CEO Dan Gerstein and best-selling author Josh Bernoff will discuss the ROI of hiring a ghostwriter for business and thought leadership books. If you’re thinking of publishing a business book, you need more than anecdotal advice—you need hard data. That’s why we sponsored the Business Book ROI Study, the first-ever large-scale survey of authors dedicated to measuring the actual benefits of writing a business book. We asked more than 300 authors what really happens before, during, and after they publish their books, and the results are eye-opening. Check out the full report here: https://authorroi.com/ https://lnkd.in/eRqQK6SA

Slop Alert: UK-based start-up publisher Spines is promising (more like threatening) to publish 8,000 books using only AI in 2025. Here's your daily reminder that AI might be awesome when it comes to populating metadata, but you'll need an actual human writer if you want to put a thoughtful, rewarding book into the world. As Matilda Battersby writes, "We want AI to do the washing up for us, not to paint the Sistine Chapel. We need humans and human skills for nuance..." https://lnkd.in/e-9ZHHhs

Thinking about hiring a ghostwriter? Mark your calendars for December 4 when Gotham CEO Dan Gerstein and best-selling author Josh Bernoff will discuss the ROI of hiring a ghostwriter for business and thought leadership books. If you’re thinking of publishing a business book, you need more than anecdotal advice—you need hard data. That’s why we sponsored the Business Book ROI Study, the first-ever large-scale survey of authors dedicated to measuring the actual benefits of writing a business book. We asked more than 300 authors what really happens before, during, and after they publish their books, and the results are eye-opening. Check out the full report here:?https://authorroi.com/

The central theme of the inaugural Gathering of the Ghosts,?which we co-hosted in January with American Society of Journalists and Authors, was how the ghostwriting profession was coming out of the shadows and into its own as a valued and valuable part of the publishing industry.?At the Town Hall session that concluded the one-day convention, attendees?universally expressed the need for greater transparency in fee structures. The resulting compensation survey of 269 working ghostwriters and collaborators?reveals?that ghostwriting is a premium service. Read more below in the Publishers Weekly coverage of the survey findings.? https://lnkd.in/eUPEU2Gh

Thinking about hiring a ghostwriter? Mark your calendars for December 4 when Gotham CEO Dan Gerstein and best-selling author Josh Bernoff will discuss the ROI of hiring a ghostwriter for business and thought leadership books. If you’re thinking of publishing a business book, you need more than anecdotal advice—you need hard data. That’s why we sponsored the Business Book ROI Study, the first-ever large-scale survey of authors dedicated to measuring the actual benefits of writing a business book. We asked more than 300 authors what really happens before, during, and after they publish their books, and the results are eye-opening. Check out the full report here:?https://authorroi.com/

If you're thinking about investing in a book publicist, be sure to dial into the latest installment of the Business Book ROI Study webinar series on November 20. The data shows this is a very strategic move, and Smith Publicity, Inc. and Josh Bernoff will highlight all this and more.

Collaborators and ghostwriters are the backbone of much of the nonfiction publishing industry, yet rarely get credit for their work. The 2025 Andy Awards is a special opportunity to honor their essential contribution to nonfiction excellence. Now in the second year, finalists and winners enjoy positive publicity, including in Publishers Weekly and The New York Times. Key eligibility criteria: ? Both author and writer must jointly submit the book for consideration and agree that the award shall be jointly awarded and shared ? The book's publication date must be between July 1, 2023-December 31, 2024 ? The deadline to submit is December 31, 2024 Please join us in celebrating these talented writers and help us spread the word! American Society of Journalists and Authors

?? Don’t let yourself be fooled by the idea that hiring a ghostwriter makes your book inauthentic. The truth is, collaborating with a ghostwriter is a strategic choice that emphasizes your commitment to quality and authenticity in sharing your story. The industry is shifting toward greater transparency and recognition of ghostwriters’ contributions, as seen in high-profile publications like Prince Harry's biography and through book collaboration-focused awards like The Andy Awards (submissions for 2024 are open now: https://lnkd.in/e7eT26jn). This openness is reshaping perceptions and acknowledging the collaborative nature of many successful books. Ghostwriters are skilled professionals who articulate your voice and insights on the page, ensuring your narrative connects deeply with readers. Their expertise doesn't detract from the authenticity of your book; instead, it enhances it, allowing you to convey your message powerfully and clearly. Increasingly, books are being credited as “Author With Ghostwriter,” reflecting a broader trend toward acknowledging the teamwork involved in bringing compelling stories to life. This change is a positive move towards transparency in publishing and celebrates the combined efforts behind a book. So, if you're considering writing a book but are concerned about the time or writing skills required, think of a ghostwriter as a valuable ally in your author journey. The goal is to share your unique message—the path you choose to get there enriches the journey, not diminishes it. #Ghostwriter #Publishing #Author #BookLaunch #Marketing

It isn't February 14th, but we love this Valentine to ghostwriters.