Your story. Your voice. My craft.
But writing a book? That's a different skill set entirely.
You've lived it. You've learned from it. You've transformed because of it.
What you don't have is 500 hours to turn those experiences into a compelling manuscript. Or the technical expertise to navigate publishing, ISBNs, copyright registration, and distribution.
That's where I come in.
I'm a ghostwriter who specializes in memoirs and transformational stories. I take your ideas, your experiences, your insights—and I turn them into a book that sounds exactly like you.
Years of interrogation, recovery meetings, and coaching sessions taught me to hear what's not being said. I pick up on non-verbal cues and pull threads that reveal the real narrative buried in the mud.
After testifying in countless court hearings and jury trials, I've mastered the art of breaking down complex concepts into language everyone understands. Your expertise becomes accessible.
Decorated law enforcement officer to rock bottom addict to author and coach. I don't just write about transformation... I've survived it. That lived experience informs every story I tell.
Not just a manuscript. I handle interviews, editing, internal formatting, cover design, ISBN registration, Library of Congress cataloging, and copyright filing. You get a finished, published book.
Click each step to see what's involved. This is a collaborative journey from concept to published book.
Understanding your story and goals
We start with a deep conversation about your story, your goals for the book, and your target audience. I assess scope, timeline, and whether we're a good fit. No sales pitch—just an honest evaluation of your project.
What we'll discuss:
Capturing your voice, your story, your truth
Multiple recorded interview sessions where I dig deep into your experiences. I'm not just collecting facts—I'm uncovering emotions, motivations, and the moments that changed everything. You can also provide written notes, journals, or existing content.
What this looks like:
Building the structure that makes your story work
I create a detailed chapter-by-chapter outline and story arc. This is where we organize your experiences into a narrative that flows, builds tension, and delivers payoff. You review and approve before I write a single word.
What you'll receive:
Your story comes to life on the page
I write the first draft based on our interviews and approved outline. This draft captures your voice, tells your story, and delivers the message. It won't be perfect—that's what revisions are for—but it will be complete and compelling.
What happens next:
Refining until it's exactly right
Based on your feedback, I revise the manuscript. This might include additional interviews to flesh out certain sections, tightening narrative flow, or adjusting tone. We iterate until you're thrilled with the result.
Revision process:
From manuscript to published book
I handle all technical aspects of publication: interior formatting for print and ebook, professional cover design, ISBN registration, Library of Congress Control Number (LCCN), and federal copyright registration. You receive a fully published book ready for distribution.
What's included:
You've built something, learned something, or led something worth sharing. Turn your insights into a legacy book.
You've been through hell and came out the other side. Your story could save someone else's life.
You have a framework, philosophy, or approach that needs to reach a wider audience through a book.
Addiction, trauma, loss, rebuilding. Stories of resilience that inspire others to keep fighting.
You want to leave something behind for your family, your community, or your industry.
Career pivots, reinventions, starting over. The messy, honest truth of building something new.
I don't ghostwrite books for coaches who simply want a book for credibility or lead generation. If your primary goal is marketing collateral rather than a genuine story or body of work, we're not a fit.
Co-Author / Ghostwriter
A transformational memoir based on extensive interviews with entrepreneur Dena Gleason. She provided the content, the facts, and the memories. I turned them into a compelling narrative filled with emotional and business insights learned over a lifetime.
What made it work: Deep interviews that uncovered not just what happened, but why it mattered. The ability to translate lived experience into universal lessons. Balancing vulnerability with authority.
"Matthew didn't just write my book—he found my story. He asked questions I hadn't thought to ask myself and pulled out details I'd forgotten. The final manuscript sounded exactly like me, only better."
"I tried to write my memoir myself for three years. Gave up. Matthew finished it in four months. He captured my voice so perfectly that when I read it, I forgot I didn't write it myself."
"The full-service approach was a game changer. I didn't have to figure out ISBNs, copyright, or cover design. Matthew handled everything. I just showed up for interviews and approved drafts."
"His background in law enforcement and recovery gave him unique insight into my story. He understood the trauma, the transformation, and the complexity in a way other writers couldn't."
"I was skeptical about working with a ghostwriter. Thought it would feel inauthentic. But Matthew made it collaborative—my story, my voice, his craft. The result is something I'm genuinely proud of."
"The interview process was therapeutic in itself. Matthew's questions helped me understand my own story better. And then he took that raw material and turned it into something beautiful."
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Typical timeline is 6-12 months from discovery call to published book. Variables include: complexity of story, availability for interviews, number of revision rounds, and cover design process. Rush timelines available for an additional fee.
Full-service packages start at $50,000. Final pricing is project-based, not hourly, and depends on scope, length, and complexity of your book. All projects require a minimum 10% non-refundable deposit, with milestone-based payments throughout. Contact me for a custom quote.
Yes! That's the entire point! Through interviews, I capture your cadence, your vocabulary, your way of explaining things. The goal is for readers—and you—to feel like you wrote it yourself. If it doesn't sound like you, I haven't done my job.
Absolutely. You are the author. Your name goes on the cover. I can be credited in the acknowledgments if you choose, or remain completely invisible. It's your book, your story, your authorship. That's what ghostwriting means.
Interviews can be broken into shorter sessions that fit your schedule. Some clients provide extensive written materials, journals, or recorded content to supplement interviews. We'll find a process that works for your availability—but the interview component is essential for capturing authentic voice.
I can provide guidance on the traditional publishing process and help craft query letters or proposals, but I'm not a literary agent. My focus is writing and self-publishing. Most of my clients choose self-publishing for speed to market and control over their work.
Book a free discovery call. We'll discuss your story, your goals, and whether ghostwriting is the right path for you.
Schedule a Discovery CallNo pressure. Just an honest conversation about your project.