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Why Choose Me – Cheryl Antier – to Ghostwrite Your Book?

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If you’re on this page, then chances are, you’re seriously looking for a ghostwriter.  And let’s face it… there are a lot of them around. You may even have already found one or two that you think might be a good match to help you write your book.  (And you’ve probably disqualified several others that… well weren’t even close!)

In fact, if you’re really serious about finding a ghostwriter and getting your book finished, this site is probably not the first one you’ve been to. (One thing I can promise you though, is that after you’ve finished reading this page, it will either be the last one you visit – or you’ll know, without a doubt, that I’m not the right ghostwriter for you.) Either way, you’ll be able to make a decision.

Why do I say that?  Because, basically,  I’m in the same boat you are.

You’re looking for the ‘right’ ghostwriter for your book, and I’m looking for my ‘ideal’ next client.  Because they’re the only ones I work with.

In fact, I’ve gained the reputation of being a writer who goes out of her way to disqualify prospective clients.  Why?  Because I want to make sure that I’m only working with clients who are ready, willing and able to invest in themselves, and who are determined to getting their book written right now – not next month, or next year, or ’someday’.

And yes, this rules out a lot of potential clients.

But it also means I am able to focus my time, energy and skills working with clients who are committed to taking action – and achieving their ultimate goal – of getting their book out of their head and into a finished, marketable manuscript – within the next three to six months.

You see, the thing is, I’m not like most other ghostwriters.  And it’s my differences that set me apart from the crowd, and may make me the perfect ghostwriter for your book.

Which is why I’ve written this page.  Because before you decide to hire me, I want you to understand exactly what you’re signing up for… and what you can – and should – expect in return.

Here are just a few of the benefits you get from working with me…

Meet your ghostwriting ‘CoMentorSultant’©

First of all, yes, I’m a professional writer with over 20 years of professional writing experience.

And I specialize in ghostwriting for doctors who want to become published authors.

But I’m also a trained coach, mentor and consultant. A coach is someone who works with mindset, focus and motivation.  A mentor is someone who guides and counsels.  And a consultant develops strategies, finds solutions to problems or barriers and creates results-oriented action plans.  (And you’ll rarely find ghostwriters who have the skills to do more than put your words down on paper.)

But I approach your book project in a different way.

First of all, I only accept two or three ghostwriting clients a year, and I only work on one book project at a time.  So your book is my only priority and gets my full attention.

But as your ghostwriting ‘CoMentorSultant’ I offer a unique blend of all three skill sets – which means you also get all the help you need to get through the process of getting your book written – faster and easier than you ever thought possible.

Here’s why: No matter how long you’ve been struggling to write your book, or how frustrated you’ve felt – because even though you’re an expert in your professional life – someone who is a life-long learner and used to mastering new skills quickly…your book still isn’t finished.

And that’s why most of my clients are so excited to discover just how quickly things start to happen once we start working together…and they watch their book coming to life before their eyes… Because I understand exactly how to help them figure out the best, most efficient – and easiest way for them to give me what I need to get the book finished.  I know how to get rid of writer’s block.  Exactly how to create a compelling and complete outline. What other kinds of information, research or background needs to be included – and what can be left out.

You’re probably a very good writer – but as you’ve no doubt discovered, writing a book is a lot different than writing a paper or an article.  A book – even a non-fiction book, has to have a certain structure – it needs an ebb and flow, and consistency.  But even more than that, underneath the content of the book itself, it must be written so that it connects with the intended reader – it has to tell an interesting story – one that catches their interest and keeps their attention.

And, on a completely different level, your book has to be marketable.  Because no matter how well it’s written, if no one buys it, or reads it, what’s the point?

So it’s vital you work with a ghostwriter who understands and has mastered this process of writing.

But then, we face another problem…

You’re a doctor – a busy professional who has multiple demands on your time.  (In fact, I wouldn’t be surprised if time – or the lack of it – wasn’t one of the major reasons your book hasn’t been finished yet.)

So you want a ghostwriter who can not only be flexible and work around your schedule, but you need someone who maximizes the time you do have to spend working together.

And that’s why choosing a ghostwriter who specializes in working with physicians may be ‘just what the doctor ordered’. (Sorry, couldn’t resist that one…)

Over the years of working with doctors, I’ve developed a system that uses a proven writing method, with a creative structure that’s matched with your preferred way to work and your strengths. Which means you’ll achieve the mindset you need right from the start, and no matter how many interruptions, delays or emergencies happen, you’ll be able to pick up exactly where you left off, and get back on track without losing any of your work along the way.

And I’ll set our working schedule around your timeline, so we continue to make progress.

No other ghostwriter that I know of uses this type of holistic approach to help you become a successful published author.

Too many so-called ‘ghostwriters’ simply don’t have the credentials, experience or ability to back up their promises of being able to sit down and write an entire book.  I’ve been working as a writer and ghostwriter for over twenty years.  Prior to that, I worked in the nonprofit field writing grants and developing programs for nonprofit organizations across the western United States.  I’m also constantly learning, keeping on top of the latest trends and best practices when it comes to writing, book marketing and promotion.

Whether I’m working on writing your book, or having my team doing research into the top books in your topic, gathering demographic information about your target market and what kind of information they’re looking for, we’ll be doing all the heavy lifting for you – in fact, we’ve raised the bar with this one. (In fact, I challenge you to find another ghostwriter who is willing or able to match the gold level services you’ll get from working with me.)

Because while you and I are working on your book, you’ll also be getting priceless competitive intelligence so you’ll know exactly what needs to be done to create the kind platform that ultimately increases your name recognition, strengthens your credibility and positions you as an expert in your field to the people who matter the most – your prospective readers.

You’ll have a list of the right keywords to use, the topics to write about, and the places your target market hangs out – and their most burning questions or biggest problems – so you can start marketing your book before it’s even published, and begin collecting a growing base of fans who are eagerly waiting for the time they’ll be able to actually buy your book and read it for themselves! (This is what ultimately makes your book marketable and increases your chances of ending up on the best-seller list!)  We’ll also provide you with information about potential joint venture partners, who will promote your book to their lists… We’ll tell you which citizen journalists, book reviewers and bloggers you might want to connect with.  And we’ll even investigate which social media networking sites might be best for you. Your success is my top priority.

There’s a lot more to being a successful, published author than just writing a book.  And as your ghostwriting ‘CoMentorSultant’, I walk you through the entire process – including the strategies that will help you achieve the kind of success and recognition that you want and deserve.  (Not to mention avoiding the costly and embarrassing mistakes that can kill your chances of success.)

So there you have it.  If I’m not the right ghostwriter for you, I wish you all the best!  And if you think I am the one you want to work with, send me an email now, so we can set up a free no-obligation consultation, where we can talk about your book, and you becoming a published author.

Do you fit the profile of a ‘doctor who wants to become an author’?

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I was asked an interesting question in one of my coaching mastermind groups the other day, and I thought it would be of interest to you, if you’re a doctor wants to become an author.

The question was, “What kind of doctors want to hire a ghostwriter?”

In my experience, they are doctors who:

  • Know they have a book inside them, but feel ’stuck’ ‘frustrated’ and like they ‘lack the creativity required to take the book from idea to paper’.  In fact, in many cases, after talking with the doctors I’ve had the fun and privilege of working with, I’ve learned that some of that comes from the stress they’re experiencing in their professional lives.  Not only are they faced with tight schedules, long hours, and often difficult working conditions… (I’m talking about very rigid rules and regulations in everything from the time they’re allotted to spend with patients, to the demands of patients or staff members, to the tense situations involved in having someone’s life in your hands)… over time, is it any wonder that they feel stifled or like they don’t have a creative bone in their bodies?
  • Are at the height of their careers, and look (to the rest of the world) as if they’ve got everything going for them.  But in some cases, that’s exactly the problem! Where’s the challenge?  The excitement, the struggle to achieve a goal or climb the next mountain – something to test themselves against – just isn’t there anymore, and so they’re left feeling a little… flat.
  • Are tired of all the constraints, the feelings of being caged in and of being undervalued. In many cases, they are starting to think about adding a new specialty or make a transition in their careers, and feel like authoring a book would be a great way to do it (and they’re right)…
  • Want to find new streams of passive income into their professions, either with new or different services or adding additional products – and who know that being the author of a book gives them additional status and credibility… And that their book can open doors because of the additional publicity and media attention they’ll get, and build the expert status they deserve…

Now it’s also true that some of my clients are a little self-conscious, or embarrassed  or a little unsure of how the whole process works when they first get in touch with me.  But that’s perfectly normal – it’s always a little unsettling to go into uncharted territory for the first time.

And that’s one of the reasons my clients appreciate my strict rules about confidentiality and protecting their privacy.

And usually about halfway into our first phone interview, I can feel them start to relax – especially when they’re able to ask questions about my process of working with them on their book, and learn that I work my schedule around theirs… or when they find out that there are several different methods we can use when we start putting the book together – and that they get to choose the method they’re the most comfortable with.

They’re usually relieved to find out that, thanks to my proprietary and proven approach to ghostwriting, they will have a completed, ready to go manuscript within three to six months, that’s been designed to work around their often hectic and unpredictable schedules…

Isn’t it time for you to join these doctors who have gone from feeling stuck and frustrated to experiencing the satisfaction, excitement and joy of personal and professional achievement?  If you’re ready to become an author of your own book, and you’ve decided to make it happen in 2010, then give me a call… and let’s see if we can work together to make your book a reality.