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Step 1
Locate a ghostwriter with experience writing books, especially biographies. There are several bidding sites like Elance or Guru where you can contact professional, qualified ghostwriters at competitive rates.
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Step 2
Post your project on a bidding site to hire a ghostwriter to write your father's biography. Offer as much detail about your project as possible to insure you receive the most qualified responses.
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Step 3
Request samples of previous work and professional references before you pay a ghostwriter to write father's biography. You will need to review their work before making a final decision.
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Step 4
Ask ghostwriters about their payment terms before you pay them to write your father's biography. Some ghost writers require a deposit before beginning a project and collect the balance when the work is complete, while others may request specified amounts at different points throughout the project instead.
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Step 5
Draft a contract for you and the ghostwriter you hire to sign before the project begins. Include specific details about the project, the deadline and all payment terms. You may want to consult an attorney to make sure you address all legal issues in the contract.
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coreyblake9000 said
on 1/18/2009 Additional steps not mentioned here include:
1. Set up a minimum of 10-15 interviews between the writer and your father. RECORD THESE. In the case that the writer flakes out or becomes ill, you'll want these taped.
2. Make sure the writer drafts the opening chapter before moving on. It gives you an opportunity to verify the tone and the style of the writing before they get too far into the process.
3. When negotiating your contract, make sure you're clear about how many drafts the writer will provide (at least 3!).
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