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If you’ve ever thought, “I've got the idea, but how do I turn it into a book?” — you’re not the only one. At Authors Breeze, we've helped countless clients bring their stories to life without the overwhelm, utilizing a simple ghostwriting process.
Today, we will look at exactly how we do it.
Forget stiff procedures or endless back-and-forth. Ours is a people-first, no-guesswork process. Also, you're always in the loop.
Our 8-Step Ghostwriting Services Process
Step 1. Discovery Call — Where the Story Starts
The ghostwriting process begins with a simple, friendly chat. No forms, no jargon.
- We want to hear your thoughts,
- What kind of book are you imagining, and
- Where do you see it going?
An entrepreneur, expert, or aspiring novelist, whoever you are. This call shapes the foundation of everything ahead.
We also cover expectations, timelines, tone preferences, and confidentiality agreements.
And yes! A formal NDA is signed before anything moves forward.
Step 2. Deep Research & Content Gathering
Once we're aligned, we start collecting everything you have—notes, voice memos, articles, or even raw ideas from your head. From there, we fill in the blanks with research where needed, especially for nonfiction or technical manuscripts. This ensures depth without dragging you into every detail.
Need help structuring those thoughts? Our “I Want to Write a Book, Where Do I Start?” guide can give you a head start before we even type a word.
Step 3. Outline Creation — The Story Takes Shape
Next, our ghostwriter creates a full outline, chapter by chapter. You get to approve it or tweak it before any actual writing begins. This makes sure we’re aligned on structure and flow before diving in.
Step 4. First Draft — Built Around Your Voice
With the outline approved, we begin writing chapters. But here's the key: each chapter is reviewed by you as we go. You suggest edits, or let us know if something doesn't sound quite like you. This step isn't rushed. We work with you, not just for you.
Many clients say this is the moment when it all starts to feel real.
Step 5. Editing & Professional Polish
Once the draft is completed and reviewed, we hand it to our in-house professional book editors. Spelling, grammar, consistency—everything gets tightened. The tone is refined, so it still sounds like you, just smoother. You'll feel the difference instantly.
We've covered this step in more depth in our types of editing breakdown.
Step 6. Formatting & Proofreading
After the edits are done, we prep the manuscript for publishing. This includes proper chapter breaks, professional font usage, layout design, and a final proofread for stray errors. Whether your book ends up in hardcover, paperback, or eBook, we ensure a clean and professional look.
Want to explore this more? Visit our book formatting services page for a closer look at how we handle this detail.
Step 7. Publishing Support — Get It Out There
Ready to release your story? We'll handle ISBN assignment, registration, and distribution across major platforms like Amazon, Apple Books, and Barnes & Noble. Your manuscript doesn't just sit on your hard drive—it finds its audience.
This is also the stage where our self-publishing experts jump in to ensure your book meets all industry standards.
Step 8. Ongoing Marketing Help
Once published, we won't vanish. If you choose, we'll support you with promotional strategies: Amazon ads, social media content, book video trailers, branding with author website—you name it. Some of our past clients have landed on the WSJ and NYT bestseller lists. That support is available to you, too.
Curious how authors like Scott Cawthon or Ken Honda did it? We walk through their ghostwriting and launch journeys in our case studies section.
Final Word: It’s Time To Write Your Book
We don't believe in a copy-paste approach. Every author is different—and so is every manuscript we write.
If you've been sitting on your idea for months (or years), there's no better time to turn it into a finished book. Our ghostwriting process was built to make it easier, not to pressure you, but to support you.
Ready to get started? Let's talk. Or if you want to get into more details, visit our ghostwriting services page and see how we can help.
Charles Maynes
Charles Maynes is a seasoned writer with years of experience in the publishing industry. With a background in journalism and creative writing, he deeply understands the art of storytelling and the importance of crafting a compelling narrative. Throughout his career, he has worked with a range of clients, from bestselling authors to small business owners, helping them to bring their stories to life through the written word.
