Ro Krishna crouched on a white wooden dock and peered into the rapidly darkening Harrington Sound. Then he straightened his back and looked up at the fading sky. He didn’t have much time. He slipped noiselessly into the water. He’d dive another day. The water was the same temperature as the air, like in a… Continue reading Navigating the Intersection of Migration and Identity – An Excerpt from Death in the Air
Zoya wakes up with a knot in her stomach. She has moved to a new city and today is the first day of school. Talk of nightmares-the very thought of introducing herself to a new crowd of people brings shivers down Zoya’s spine,…
Quinta de Monteiro, Penafiel, 2019 (45 years later) Regret was the least of his emotions—the time for it had passed. He had had ample leisure over the years to think, act and regret. Anger was more the emotion he felt. Anger directed at how life had given him everything but had withheld his soul. Yet… Continue reading Unraveling Secrets and Mysteries in Portugal’s Wine Country – An Excerpt from The Mystery of the Portuguese Hearts
Not now, he spluttered. The breath whipped from his lungs leaving him hollow. It was happening again. He stopped walking, hunched over and covered his quivering mouth. He was starting to sweat profusely, threatening to seep through his only suit. He saw himself looking like one of the clerical workers on the sunrise trains who… Continue reading Exploring Identity, Migration and Mystery – An Excerpt from A Person is a Prayer
Writing a book is a proven way to build a personal brand and earn credibility. In a world of fleeting content, it can also be a relatively permanent medium for your story. However, it can also be time-consuming and challenging, especially if you’re juggling multiple projects or if your book covers a niche subject that… Continue reading When Should You Consider Hiring a Ghostwriter?
Ghostwriting is a highly rewarding career that allows writers to bring someone else’s story to life. We’ve already discussed why you should become a ghostwriter in this episode of The Book People. And this time, we’ve put together a list of negotiation points that you need to discuss with your client before diving into a… Continue reading How to Negotiate a Better Deal as a Ghostwriter
Introduction: Ghostwriters have aided in the creation of many bestselling books, lending their expertise to transform ideas into compelling narratives. But what kind of stories can you approach a ghostwriter with? From business journeys to personal memoirs, here are some types of books you can get ghostwritten: 1. Business Journeys: The entrepreneurial world… Continue reading 5 Types of Books You Can Get Ghostwritten
Introduction: Hiring a ghostwriter is a significant decision that requires careful consideration. Whether you’re looking to write a book, create content for your website, or develop speeches, finding the right ghostwriter is crucial. To make a potentially overwhelming process easier, here are five questions you can ask a ghostwriter before hiring them. How… Continue reading 5 Questions You Should Ask Your Ghostwriter
Introduction: Publishing has been seeing an increasing number of celebrities venturing into writing. While some have authored books by themselves, there are many who have collaborated with journalists, and freelance writers to pen their stories. From memoirs to children’s books, here’s a list of 5 books that were written in collaboration. Javed Akhtar… Continue reading 5 Co-authored Books by Indian Celebrities
Introduction: Nowadays, it seems like the inevitable next step in an influencer’s career is writing and publishing a book. From celebrities like Rani Mukherjee to content creators like Prajakta Koli, influencers are becoming published authors. So, why are influencers writing books? Expanding their demographics: Influencers usually limit their brand to social media. However,… Continue reading Why Are So Many Indian Influencers Writing Books?
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