Fiction book sample
Dark Magic: A Witch's Trial
A modern-day knight must choose between his oath to kill supernatural beings and saving the woman he is forbidden to love.
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You can see examples of The Urban Writers' work before hiring, including four downloadable sample books, 16 covers and six children's book pages. You can also explore narrator voices, illustrator samples and individual freelancer profiles.
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Non-fiction book sample
Complete Cooking for Two
A cookbook for beginners, with meals for two and answers to the cooking questions that can make getting started difficult.
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Non-fiction book sample
Overthinking
A guide to managing overthinking, with practical techniques for calming a racing mind when worry interrupts daily life or sleep.
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Fiction book sample
There's A Monster Under My Bed
Read this children's picture book to see how the writing and illustrations work together.
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Cover designTUW designers delivered these covers on real orders that customers rated five stars.
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Children's booksView six sample pages from There's A Monster Under My Bed to see the illustrations alongside the text.
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Narrator voice samples
Listen to narrator voice samples before choosing someone to record your audiobook.
Illustrator samples
Browse illustration samples to see the styles available for your book.
Freelancer profiles
Review each freelancer's own samples, ratings and completed orders. You can chat with them before choosing.
Try a sample from your chosen writer
Request a paid 1,000-word writing sample before ordering your book. Prices by writer level are $22 for Rising, $26 for Urban, $28 for Top and $32 for Premium.
Common questions
Can I see samples before hiring a ghostwriter?
You can download four sample books written on The Urban Writers before hiring a ghostwriter. You can also browse individual writers' profiles to review their samples, ratings and completed orders.
Can I get a sample from my writer?
You can request a paid 1,000-word writing sample from a writer before ordering your book. The sample costs $22 at Rising, $26 at Urban, $28 at Top or $32 at Premium.
Can I see a freelancer's past work?
Each freelancer's profile includes their own samples, ratings and completed orders. You can review those details and chat with the freelancer before choosing.
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