Self-Publishing

Ghost Writer Agreement

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The Ghost Writer Agreement is a contract for a freelancer-client working relationship for ghosting writing services; Ghostwriting occurs when someone contributes to creating content without credit for doing so and typically receives monetary compensation.

This contract is a legal document that details the terms and conditions between the Author and a Writer.

It covers the essential elements of the relationship such as:

  • Name of Book
  • Ownership Rights
  • Release Date
  • Use Rights
  • And More.

It is a core contract in the Self-Publishing and Literary world.  This agreement covers all essential terms and conditions including payment, manuscript length, approvals, and revisions.  Can be customized for almost any situation.

Self-publishing is one of the fastest-growing creative industries coming in at over $2 billion dollars annually. But before you get started on your novel, memoir, or business book, it’s important to protect yourself by getting the right contracts. Protect yourself with the right literary and self-publishing contracts.

Other names for this Document:

Ghost Writer Contract, Ghostwriting Agreement, Ghostwriting Contract, Ghost Writing Agreement.

Approximate time to complete contract:  4-5 Minutes

Single-Use Contract Unless Purchased with a Subscription

$19.00

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What Is It?

The Ghost Writer Agreement covers the essential contract terms between an Author and a Writer.

This standard Self-Publishing contract covers:

  • The Start Date of the Agreement
  • The name of the Book
  • The Release of Rights
  • The Use Rights of the Book, including promotion and advertising rights.
  • The Rights and Responsibilities of the Parties
  • Work-For-Hire Language
  • Alternative Dispute Resolution Issues, including Venue & Choice of Law

How to Use This Document

Use this document to explain the relationship between an Author and a Writer.

Some things needed to build your custom Ghost Writer Agreement:

  • Names of the Parties
  • Addresses of the Parties
  • Emails of the Parties
  • Name of the Book
  • Release Date
  • State for Venue and Choice Provisions

Once you have completed drafting the Ghost Writer Agreement, you will be able to save to edit further, download a PDF or send to the other party for electronic signature.

Other Agreements You May Need:

Writer Collaboration Agreement

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Book Illustrator Agreement

$19.00

Book Proposal Agreement

$19.00

Book Photo Release Agreement

$19.00

Book Marketing Agreement

$19.00

Book Photographer Agreement

$19.00

Packages You May Need:

Self-Publishing Package
The Self-Publishing Package is a curated and tailored package of book contracts specific to Self-Published Authors and/or Ghostwriters.  Covers all essential contracts to go from the idea to the bookstore shelf like Ghostwriting Contract, Editor Agreement, Book Illustrator Agreement, Marketing, Passage and/or Quote Release, and more. All Contracts in Package are Single Use.

Price $66.00

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