What is a Ghost Writer?
October 6, 2009
What is a Ghost Writer?
No, a Ghost Writer is not the supernatural superhero introduced by Marvel comics. You know the superhero butchered by Nicolas Cage in that fiery mess of a movie. That would be Ghost Rider.
No, a Ghost Writer is a writer who earns money by writing anonymously for companies, organizations, advertisers or famous people. The Ghost Writer gets no credit for the pieces they deliver. Thus the term “Ghost.”
Actors and athletes often hire Ghost Writers to pen their memoirs. Then the famous people take complete credit for the finished book. This doesn’t seem fair, but the trade off is often worth it for many writers trying to establish themselves. It means steady bread doing something they love to do. It’s also a way to build a testimonial base. Since writers can’t claim credit to the actual articles, they can ask clients to give them a quote they can use on their website or brochures.
A similar arrangement also happens in the music world. Well known “songsmiths” are hired to pen hits for singers. The singer then changes a lyric or melody note to get a songwriting credit for themselves. This certainly is not a bad arrangement for a songwriter. It pays very well and it can jump-start a career. But it’s hard to stomach sometimes from the writers point of view. No one wants to give up 50% of the writing credit to someone who actually did less than 1% of the work. Not to mention giving away future earnings. But the sacrifice is often worth it. If the song gets a lot of exposure, the songwriter may instantly become a hot commodity!
Our company, Vinyl Storys, does music Ghost Writing for singers, bands, advertisers, movies and TV.
When a job comes up that requires ad slogans, blog creation or web copy, we hire THE GUYS to do the work for us.
Contact us and let us give you a quote for your business or yourself.
Benefits of hiring a Ghost Writer
1. Articles will build help build brand and establish credibility and image in a competitive marketplace.
2. It will allow you to focus your efforts on your product or service rather than putting together a package.
3. A unique slogan or logo can set your company apart from the competition.
4. A unique voice will also help your company stand out amongst the thousands of competitors.
Remember it’s all about perception and first impressions. Hire good writers and put your best self forward from the START!
The Vinyl Storys Team
Let us tell your story…….
