I knew I had a book ‘in me’, but I struggled to get it ‘out of me’. I had issues with structure, but more importantly I found the process of writing every day hard to fit around running a business, speaking at events, walking the dog etc! That’s why I sought out a ghostwriter. My main concern was that my book wouldn’t sound authentic, and might not be completed; but when Ginny agreed to a payment plan, I felt much more comfortable.
I chose Ginny to ghostwrite my book because as a UK speaker I wanted to have an English (rather than US) sensibility. In our initial conversations, she came across as very professional, and clearly cared about the outcome as much as I did. The first free strategy session really put my mind at rest, as well as her website and free how-to guides. I just felt I could trust her.
As we worked together, I enjoyed the regularity of the sessions and the fact we had a structure and set of issues we were going to cover each session. I also enjoyed the way Ginny pushed me to explain certain things, and challenged my thinking. I know this sounds a bit odd, but she was like a benign university tutor, cracking the whip when necessary so I got on and thought about stuff. She was also fun to be around, and I always looked forward to our sessions. I would never have managed it without her!
And now, I have a book, and it sounds like me! More importantly, I feel like I’m the one that’s written it, because Ginny took my ramblings and gave them a structure and coherence. I can’t wait to get it published. I’ve already got ideas for my next book, which I would love to write with Ginny as well.