What It's Really Like to Be a Ghostwriter for Nonfiction Books With Emily Crookston https://youtu.be/ixsflJCh2YU What It's Really Like to Be a Ghostwriter for Nonfiction Books Ever wondered what it's really like to be a ghostwriter for nonfiction books? In this episode of The Lyon Show, I sit down with Emily Crookston, a professional ghostwriter, editor, and award-winning author who has helped bring more than 30 business books to life. We explore the fascinating world of ghostwriting, what it's really like to be a celebrity ghostwriter, and how entrepreneurs, thought leaders, and business owners turn their ideas into published books. Whether you want to write your book, share your personal story, or create a business book that builds your authority, Emily shares valuable insights into the writing and publishing process. We also discuss why some people successfully finish their books while others never make it past the first chapter, how to overcome overthinking, and what it really takes to turn a great idea into a finished nonfiction book. If you've been researching how to write a book for beginners, wondering whether you should hire a ghostwriter, or considering writing a book for your business, this conversation is packed with insights to help you get started. **About Emily Crookston** Emily Crookston is the ghostwriter or editor behind 30+ business books. A former philosophy professor, she left academia when she discovered that's where Big Ideas go to die (usually during faculty meetings!). For the past decade, Emily has conducted an unofficial study of her clients to answer a question she's obsessed with: Why do some people finish their books while others don't? Today, she shares what she's learned as a speaker on storytelling, creativity, and curiosity. Emily is the owner of The Pocket PhD and the 9-time award-winning author of *Unwritten: The Thought Leader's Guide to Not Overthinking Your Business Book*. 📚 **Check out Emily's book, Unwritten:** https://www.thepocketphd.com/unwritten-book/ **In this episode, we explore:** - What it's really like to be a professional ghostwriter - The behind-the-scenes process of writing nonfiction books - What it's really like to be a celebrity ghostwriter - Why some aspiring authors finish their books and others don't - How to write your book without getting stuck overthinking - How to write a book for beginners - Why entrepreneurs should write a book for their business - The power of storytelling in business and personal branding - How to turn your expertise and ideas into a compelling business book - How professional ghostwriters help thought leaders become published authors Whether you're an entrepreneur looking to establish yourself as an expert, an aspiring author with a story to tell, or simply curious about the ghostwriting industry, this interview offers a fascinating look at what it takes to bring a book into the world. **About The Lyon Show** The Lyon Show features conversations with entrepreneurs, authors, creators, and inspiring individuals sharing their experiences, lessons, and ideas about business, success, personal development, and achieving your goals. Subscribe for more interviews and conversations designed to help you think bigger, take action, and create the life you want. #Ghostwriter #Ghostwriting #WriteYourBook #BusinessBook #NonfictionWriting
