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Who We Are
We are a team of #1 New York Times-bestselling business book ghostwriters and former publishing executives who collaborate to write your book and execute a successful publishing strategy.
Meet our team of bestselling editors and publishing professionals.
How We Empower Authors
Professional Book writing
Our team of New York Times-bestselling writers and publishing executives will collaborate closely with you to plan, write, and craft a powerful book that expertly captures your style and vision.
Book Coaching & Editing
Work one-on-one with #1 New York Times-bestselling acquisitions editors from the Big-5 publishers to elevate the quality and marketability of your book.
Publishing Navigation
From book concept to securing the ideal publisher for your book, our publishing executives will guide you every step of the way. We can even help with launch, marketing, and targeting bestseller lists.
Included in Our Memoir Ghostwriting Services
- GHOST WRITING
- publishing Navigation
- Book Plaining
- seo content writing
- business books
- fiction books
- Book Proposals and Queries
- self-help books
- non-fiction books
- editing & Review
- book formatting
- book marketing
- audiobook narrators
- children book writing
- novel writing
- song writing
- story writing
- autobiography writing
- video scritping
- e-book writing
Our Work
I have worked with Penguin Publisher many times over the years for my memoir, book proposal, and articles. With each interaction,Penguin Publisher and his team provided excellent editorial services. His firm offers a diverse pool of editors to choose from, which enabled me to hone the type of service I was looking for. Each editor was concise and insightful, giving me constructive notes that really allowed me to take my work to the next level. I felt that they were in for the long haul because Penguin Publisher was always there for me when I had follow up questions. A great experience across the board.
New York Times-Bestselling Author of Crazy For the Storm—Over 100,000 Copies Sold
The team at Penguin Publisher has been incredibly helpful in guiding me through the book-writing and publishing process, as well as building a great book proposal. Within two weeks of working together, Penguin Publisher landed me one of the top agents in the industry! Thank you for all your editorial support and assistance through this journey—it means a lot to have such committed partners on such an important project to me.
Member of the legendary hip-hop group Salt-N-Pepa
Pairing an author with the right ghostwriter is inherently fraught with built-in challenges, and these challenges cause risk for both the publisher and the author. Penguin Publisher reduces those risks by providing a layer of expertise and oversight on the entire process of selecting, coordinating, and managing the contract writing process. The end result is a better book because the right ghostwriter was chosen, the project was managed efficiently, and editorial quality was greatly increased. At HarperCollins Leadership we look forward to working with Penguin Publisher and his extensive team of writers and editors on another successful project as soon as possible.
VP & Publisher. Authors include Rachel Hollis, John C. Maxwell, and Tilman Fertitta
Our Team
Roger Scholl
Senior Executive Editor
#1 New York Times bestselling editor and former Big Five Executive Editor with 55+ bestselling titles
Jessica Sindler
Managing Executive Editor
#1 NYT-bestselling editor and former senior editor at Harper and PRH
Kendra Harpster
Executive Editor
NYT-bestselling editor and former executive editor at PRH
Why Choose Penguin Publisher?
Bestselling Business Book Ghostwriters
Work with New York Times-bestselling business book writers who can transform your concept into a powerful book.
Low Time Commitment
Our comprehensive and flexible process allows you to choose how much time you want to spend—many clients invest as little as 20 total hours.
Personalized Service
Every author is unique. We customize our book-writing process and publishing strategy to ensure your specific goals are met and the book captures your voice.
Work with Publishing Execs
Work directly with Big-5 executive acquisitions editors who have launched some of the biggest business titles on the market, including books by Brene Brown, Robert Kiyosaki, Seth Godin, and Simon Sinek.
We're Your Publishing Sherpa
We develop a publishing strategy that’s custom-fit for you. We then guide you through every step of the process as well as align you with the industry’s leading marketers, publicists, agents, publishers, and more.
Guaranteed Publication
Working with us ensures your book will hit the market. We work directly with traditional houses and the leading hybrid/professional publishers and we’ll help you decide the best publishing solution to meet your professional goals.
The Penguin Publisher Ghostwriting Process
Our process is more than just ghostwriting your book.
Your project will have its own team of professional writers, editors, and publishing strategists who collaborate to write a powerful book and guide you through the entire publishing journey.
Our offices are in New York, Nashville, and Los Angeles.
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Share Your Story with the World
Capturing and publishing your memoir is the most powerful method to narrate the distinctive story of your life and share it with a wider audience. At Penguin Publisher & Associates, we are dedicated to presenting your story in the manner you've always imagined. Our customized ghostwriting approach is meticulously crafted to ensure a final product that surpasses your expectations and places your book on the shelves.
Every one of our client relationships starts with a free, no-obligation consultation. Contact us today to get started on your path to becoming a published author.
What’s the Typical Process for Ghostwriting a Memoir?
Our ghostwriting process for memoirs is flexible and customizable to your preferences. We can work with you as consultants and editors as you develop the content on your own, or we can ghostwrite the book for you, based on interviews and other information you provide us. We typically gather information in-person or via email and phone conversations, though the process may also include site visits and independent research as necessary.
While we understand that every client is unique and we are happy to adjust our ghostwriting services to suit your preferences, we typically approach the process as a team. Please contact us for a personalized and detailed proposal for your book.
How Do I Choose Which Aspects of My Life to Include in My Memoir?
It all depends on the story you want to tell. Lucky for you, we have a team of talented writers and editors to help you articulate and shape the narrative of your book. Your writer can help you to make choices about which details of your life to include or omit in order to convey your central theme effectively. Feel free to give us a call for a free consultation!
Am I Allowed to Choose My Ghostwriter? Can I View a Sample of Their Writing?
In general, we’re very adept at matching clients with the ghostwriter who will best suit them; however, we are also more than willing to provide you with writing samples and credentials for your potential ghostwriter. We can arrange for phone calls between you and potential writers and you are more than welcome to select between several options. Our goal is to make sure you’re fully satisfied with your ghostwriting experience from the very beginning.
How Much Interaction Will I Have with My Ghostwriter and Editor?
You can have as much or as little interaction with your ghostwriter and editor as you’d like! We tailor our process to suit your schedule and your needs. Generally, writers opt to have regular interviews and collaboration sessions with their ghostwriter or editor via phone or video call, as well as ongoing communication by email. In certain instances, it is also possible to arrange for in-person meetings with your ghostwriter or editor. The entire process can be molded to best support you!
What if It’s Not Working Out with My Assigned Ghostwriter?
If you’re unhappy with the material you’ve received from your writer, you can simply give that feedback directly to the writer or senior editor, and we will revise accordingly. Our skilled ghostwriters are able to shift their tone and style based on input from you to ensure that you connect with the writing. If after multiple revisions you are still unhappy with the writing, we can assign a new writer to the project who is a better match for you—this type of flexibility is one of the unique benefits of working with a professional firm.
Will You Help Me Conduct Research for a Biography?
Yes, our ghostwriting packages can include research services. Whether your book requires basic internet searches or rigorous scholarly research, we have writers on staff who can conduct effective research and synthesize it into your book.
What Is the Difference Between a Memoir and an Autobiography? Which Is Better Suited for Me?
There are many similarities between memoirs and autobiographies—both are nonfiction, factual accounts based on the author’s life, written in the first person—but the biggest difference is the timeframe that is covered in each genre.
Simply put, an autobiography tells the entire story of the author’s life, while a memoir tells a specific story from parts of the author’s life. A memoir might address a particular period of time or phase of life that holds significance, or events that are all related in some way. An autobiography generally covers all aspects of the author’s life up to the time it is written, though some experiences may be given more or less emphasis to convey the desired theme or overarching message.
When choosing whether to write a memoir or an autobiography, consider whether you would like to write your life story, from the beginning to the present day, or whether you would like to focus in on a particular period of time.
What if I Just Want Feedback and Consultation on My Book?
Our editing and consultation services are perfectly suited for writers who are looking to improve their work. We can give input at whatever level of detail you’d like—overarching feedback on the structure and concept of the book, critical review on the flow and transitions, or copy edit the text itself. At your request, we can also address specific issues in our review of your work.
Once the Ghostwriting Is Complete, Can You Help with Publishing and Marketing?
We know that the publishing industry can be daunting, especially for first-time authors, so we offer consultation and comprehensive support for traditional, hybrid, and self-publishing outlets. Most of our all-inclusive ghostwriting packages include an original and customized query letter or book proposal free of charge. This invaluable marketing tool will be used to promote your book to literary agents and publishers. Not sure how to find a reputable literary agent? We’ve got you covered—we’ll provide you with a list of genre-appropriate agents to whom you can send your query letter or proposal!
How Long Does the Ghostwriting Process Typically Take?
The duration of the ghostwriting process is partly up to you—the author! Depending on your schedule and desired level of involvement, your ghostwriter will develop material for you to review and approve on a weekly or biweekly basis. While every book is unique, on average, a 200-page or 50,000-word manuscript will take between four and nine months to develop. We can often rush these services for you if you need to meet a specific publishing date.
Can I Include My Own Writing? Will this Save Me Money?
Yes and yes! We will gladly edit and incorporate any content that you provide. Depending on the strength of the content you’ve written, it may save you a lot of money!
What Do I Need to Consider When Choosing a Ghostwriting Firm?
The internet is littered with online writing and editing services, making it nearly impossible to sift through the scams and find a legitimate and trustworthy service. Here are some questions to ask when you’re vetting companies to ensure that you pick a reliable firm for all your writing and editing needs:
- Is the price right? If it seems too good to be true, it probably is. Developing a high-quality book can take hundreds of hours of work and requires a high level of expertise—don’t be tempted by third-rate writers who market “affordable” prices.
- Who owns the rights to the book? It’s your book, which means that you should own the rights to your content. Be wary of ghostwriters asking for partial rights to your material.
- What is the payment arrangement? You should always pay for ghostwriting services in installments and never 100% upfront. After the initial deposit, you should make subsequent payments only if you’re happy with what the ghostwriter has written up to that point. You should have clearly defined milestones for payments to ensure that you and your writer know what to expect.
- Who’s in charge? Working with a ghostwriter is a collaborative effort, but you should have the final say on all content decisions. If a writer is unwilling to put your needs and requests first, then it’s not going to be your book—it will be theirs.
- Is the service confidential? This is YOUR book. A ghostwriter’s name should never appear on the completed manuscript unless you want it to be there.
Whatever service you decide to use, be sure to protect yourself. Make certain that you are working with a reputable company with experience.
