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Ghostwriting services with your choice of writer

Choose a writer on The Urban Writers platform, or apply for the Authority Book Program to turn your expertise into a book with a managed team.

From $4.13 per 100 words, with editing included.

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RisingI need the lowest starting price.$4.13per 100 wordsUrbanI need two rounds of revisions.$4.86per 100 wordsTopI need consistent quality and included images.$5.36per 100 wordsPremiumI need one of TUW's highest-performing writers.$5.61per 100 wordsFinance & TechI need a specialist for my subject.$6.60per 100 words
Review profiles, ratings and samples, then chat with applicants and choose your writer before paying.
24,000+books written
75,000+orders delivered
5,000+vetted freelancers

Two ways to work with us

Hire a writer yourself on our platform, or work with a managed team through the Authority Book Program.

Hire on our platform

Choose your writer and book package

From $4.13per 100 words
  • Post free and choose your writer before you pay.
  • Review profiles, samples and chats to find your fit.
  • Read and comment while your writer works.
  • Every Book Writing order includes human copy editing and proofreading.

Customers who want to choose their writer, pay by word count and stay involved as their book takes shape.

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Work with managed specialists

Authority Book Program

$20,000 USDbefore tax, up to 40,000 words
  • Six specialists and one accountable Project Manager handle your book.
  • Choose from five candidates for each specialist role.
  • Includes five manuscript passes and four revisions within your approved outline.
  • Receive finished book files and help with publishing.

Established experts, typically with $10,000+ clients or businesses making around $300,000 a year or more.

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Find writing services for your book

Choose your book type to see writing options, or compare costs by book length.

Fiction books

Find writers for romance, fantasy, thrillers and other genres. If you're planning a series, you can invite the same writer to your next book.

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Non-fiction books

Find writers for self-help, business, health, history, cookbooks and guides. Top includes up to 10 royalty-free images, Premium up to 20.

Explore Non-fiction Writing

Children's books

Get writing and illustration for children's books. Illustration starts from $47 per illustration.

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Ghostwriter cost

Compare ghostwriting costs by book length to see published writing prices, included editing and optional extras.

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Book ghostwriting prices

Standard prices include Essential Editing: human copy editing and proofreading. Rising and Urban cover only the niches listed in the order form.

Writer levelsRisingI need the lowest starting price.UrbanI need two rounds of revisions.TopI need consistent quality and included images.PremiumI need one of TUW's highest-performing writers.Finance & TechI need a specialist for my subject.
Per 100 words$4.13$4.86$5.36$5.61$6.60
Price for a 50,000-word book$2,065$2,430$2,680$2,805$3,300
Revision rounds12344
Copy editing and proofreading by separate editorIncludedIncludedIncludedIncludedIncluded
Royalty-free images (non-fiction only)Not includedNot included10 maximum20 maximum20 maximum
Non-fiction topics13 niches (excluding cookbooks)13 niches (excluding cookbooks)14 niches14 nichesBusiness, money, computers and technology only
Fiction (20 genres)IncludedIncludedIncludedIncludedNot included
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RisingI need the lowest starting price.

$4.13 per 100 words

  • IncludedCopy editing and proofreading by separate editor
  • Not includedRoyalty-free images (non-fiction only)
  • IncludedFiction (20 genres)
Price for a 50,000-word book
$2,065
Revision rounds
1
Non-fiction topics
13 niches (excluding cookbooks)
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UrbanI need two rounds of revisions.

$4.86 per 100 words

  • IncludedCopy editing and proofreading by separate editor
  • Not includedRoyalty-free images (non-fiction only)
  • IncludedFiction (20 genres)
Price for a 50,000-word book
$2,430
Revision rounds
2
Non-fiction topics
13 niches (excluding cookbooks)
Post a Project

TopI need consistent quality and included images.

$5.36 per 100 words

  • IncludedCopy editing and proofreading by separate editor
  • IncludedFiction (20 genres)
Price for a 50,000-word book
$2,680
Revision rounds
3
Royalty-free images (non-fiction only)
10 maximum
Non-fiction topics
14 niches
Post a Project

PremiumI need one of TUW's highest-performing writers.

$5.61 per 100 words

  • IncludedCopy editing and proofreading by separate editor
  • IncludedFiction (20 genres)
Price for a 50,000-word book
$2,805
Revision rounds
4
Royalty-free images (non-fiction only)
20 maximum
Non-fiction topics
14 niches
Post a Project

Finance & TechI need a specialist for my subject.

$6.60 per 100 words

  • IncludedCopy editing and proofreading by separate editor
  • Not includedFiction (20 genres)
Price for a 50,000-word book
$3,300
Revision rounds
4
Royalty-free images (non-fiction only)
20 maximum
Non-fiction topics
Business, money, computers and technology only
Post a Project

Optional upgrades include line editing and developmental review. Paid 1,000-word samples cost $22 Rising, $26 Urban, $28 Top or $32 Premium. Insider members pay less.

Compare ghostwriting costs by book length to see published writing prices, included editing and optional extras.

Find a writer for your book

Browse book writers for your fiction or non-fiction project.

How to hire your writer

See how it works

Before choosing a book service, see how our hiring process compares. You can also compare six places to hire a ghostwriter or book editor, including their prices and customer fees.

1Post Your ProjectShare your book details for free so writers can apply.
2Choose Your WriterReview profiles, read samples and chat. Invite a writer or ask our team for help.
3Pay Your InvoicePay once a writer is attached to your project.
4Follow the WritingRead and comment in the live document, use project chat and track your order.
5Review Your BookReview your originality report before editing, then receive your book formatted for Kindle eBook publishing.

Written by people, with checks included

More than 5,000 vetted freelancers work across writing, editing, design, illustration, formatting and narration.

Vetted freelancers

Every freelancer passes our application, testing and training process.

Originality report

Every manuscript comes with an originality report for you to review before editing.

Help with AI concerns

Our Platform Success team can run the built-in AI check and provide a report of its findings.

What customers say about their writers

4.8 out of 5 from 8,200+ customer ratings for book writers.

Read 12 five-star reviews from customers who hired TUW writers for fiction and non-fiction books.

I have worked with Chloe before, and hope to again. Chloe is excellent in every way. Communication could not be better; I am never waiting for anything. Chloe keeps me up to date on what is happening now and what will happen next. The style and content of my book are of the highest standard, and that will be proven by the reviews I receive on Amazon ( as with my previous book). Thank you, Chloe!
Richard A.Religion & spirituality customer
Raver, was amazing throughout the entire process. She fixed every detail immediately and kept me informed every step of the way, sharing the process from start to finish. Her support was invaluable, and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience!
Kyle F.Contemporary romance customer
It was absolutely wonderful and very patient with me as we went through the brainstorming process and several iterations. I can't tell you how much I appreciated having a pro like her on my side. Thank you for everything Eliza!
Timothy S.Self-help book customer
Evie is professional, timely, always supportive and understanding. Her writing expertise is invaluable and I truly appreciate Evie's collaborative nature. Thank you again, Evie. I am very grateful to you.
Rebecca M.Children's story customer
It was amazing working with Jay. Not only does his expertise show in the quality of the book, but he also successfully understands and adopts your vision to transform it into a final masterpiece. Thank you very much.
Juan Esteban B.Self-help book customer
Excellent writing, and communication throughout the process. He finished the project ahead of schedule.
Jordan S.Historical fiction customer
I've worked with Rachel on several projects now, and it's always a pleasure. She has written some excellent books for me, and her communication and adherence to schedule have always been wonderful.
Denise B.Book writing customer
She was so communicative during the whole project. SHe is so smart and creative. Love how she was able to write my book how i wanted :) will be using her again. :)
Xiomara M.Romance novel customer
This is my second time working with Mood. And certainly wont be the last. If you want to work with a true professional, someone who delivers on time, and a pleasure to work with, Mood is the one!
Ronnie B.Self-help book customer
What a joy to work with! Frances was very responsive and understanding of what I needed. Thank you!
Linda D.Contemporary romance customer
Vanca Hope is very professional, communicates well, and did an excellent job on my project. I couldn't be happier with the results I will use Vanca again in the future.
Nancy J.Children's story customer
Thank you so much for another brilliant project, Kalima. Always happy to work with you :)
Alberto B.Book writing customer

Questions

How much do ghostwriting services cost?

Platform prices start at $4.13 per 100 words, including editing. The Authority Book Program, for experts wanting a managed team, costs $20,000 USD before tax for up to 40,000 words. Pay $6,000 to start and $14,000 within seven days after outline approval. Longer books cost $2,000 per additional 10,000 words.

Who owns the finished book?

You own all delivered content and keep all copyrights. Every freelancer signs away their rights to the work they deliver.

Is hiring a ghostwriter legal, and can I put my name on the book?

Under our terms, you own the delivered content, keep all copyrights and may claim credit as if you wrote it yourself. Every freelancer signs away their rights to the delivered work. These contractual rights allow you to publish it under your name.

How long does a ghostwritten book take?

Orders are usually processed within 24 hours. Once your writer is assigned, your expected delivery date appears in the platform. Use the Delivery Estimator to plan your project. Processing time is separate from the time needed to write and edit your book.

Are writers allowed to use AI?

AI requires your express permission and is limited to ideas, phrasing, grammar, consistency and research. Third-party AI content production and unmodified AI text are banned. Freelancers who violate these rules are removed. If you have concerns, our Platform Success team can run the built-in AI check and share a findings report.

How many revisions are included?

Platform packages include one revision for Rising, two for Urban, three for Top, and four for Premium and Finance & Tech. The Authority Book Program includes four revision rounds within the approved outline.

Can I choose who writes my book?

Yes. On the platform, review profiles and samples, chat with applicants or invite a writer before paying. Our team can help you choose. The Authority Book Program offers five candidates per specialist role. You can interview anyone and read fresh writing on your subject from shortlisted writers.

Choose how you want to get your book written

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