Writing with Jennifer

If you've done some writing, you may have heard the term "beta reader." A beta reader is just someone who reads your work before it's published and gives you some feedback. It's as simple as that. Beta readers are like a focus group where you can test out your project to see how it is received.  Having beta readers is important if you are serious about selling your work. You need to understand how other people are seeing and processing what you've written before you thrust your writing out into the world in general. Ideally, you'll have several beta readers who represent different aspects of your target audience.  Where do you get a beta reader? This is where things get trickier. There are many sources for beta readers, but some are more valuable than others.  People you know Chances are that someone in your life is willing to read your work and give you some thoughts and opinions. The problem is that someone who knows you is already coming at your writing...

So what exactly does it mean to be a ghostwriter?  A ghostwriter is someone who creates a piece of writing for someone else. The other person owns the work, and the ghostwriter remains quiet about the whole affair.  Why do people hire ghostwriters? There are several reasons that someone might hire a ghostwriter. The most common reason is that someone has a story to tell but doesn't feel equipped to write it in a way that will do justice to the story.  What kinds of projects call for ghostwriters?  All kinds! Here are a few examples.  a novel based on an amazing idea illustrations without words to go with them a true story that deserves to be shared family history to be preserved for future generations How does ghostwriting work?  When you hire a ghostwriter, you communicate the story to your ghostwriter. The ghostwriter writes the words and shows them to you. You provide feedback about what you love and any changes you'd like to see. You own the finished pr...

I have always been a writer, but I have only recently discovered a talent for helping others in their adventures with words. While working for a small publishing company, I recognized a drive within me to help others elevate their skills while continuing to grow my own. That's how I decided to offer writing services. But it does present a few challenges for someone like me.  I'm an intense introvert. It's something I love about myself. I don't need a lot of social interaction. In fact, it drains me. But it has become clear to me that being an exceptional writer sometimes requires community.  I've worked with many authors as a ghostwriter and developmental editor, and I have found great satisfaction in helping other writers achieve their dreams of creating art and being published.  Do you need some community to help you with your writing? I can offer my services as a ghostwriter, developmental editor, beta reader, or writing coach. Fill out the contact form below, an...