• How much does writing a memoir cost?

 

Every writing project is unique, so pricing varies depending on the scope of your memoir. Writing a memoir can be a costly procedure because it often involves hundreds of hours of interviewing, planning, writing, and review. However, since it is also a lengthy process, after the initial payment is made, the remaining cost is dispersed over the course of the project.

 

• How much interaction will I have with you?

 

I tailor our schedule to suit your needs. We will need to schedule regular interviews, either in person or via phone or Skype, and the process requires ongoing communication by email.

 

• How long will it take to write my memoir?

 

Depending on the depth and length of your memoir, the writing process can be straightforward, complex, or somewhere in between. A substantial, standard length memoir can require hundreds of hours of interviewing, writing, and revision. However, I can prepare a mini memoir in a couple of months. Regardless of the scope of your memoir, I will develop content for you to review and approve on a weekly or biweekly basis. On average, a 200-page manuscript will take four to twelve months to develop.

 

• Who owns the rights to my memoir?

 

You do

 

• What is the payment arrangement?

 

You pay an up-front fee, followed by regular installments upon completion and approval of each section I submit to you for review. We will establish a payment schedule prior to beginning the project so we both know what to expect.

 

• Who’s in charge?

 

You have the final say on all content decisions.

 

• Is the service confidential?

 

Yes. I will never share recordings of our interviews.

 

• Whose name will appear on the book?

 

This is your choice. You can request your name or both our names.

 

• My book requires research. Do you do this?

 

I can do both basic Internet research and/or interviewing other people for your story. Since this adds to the cost, however, it’s a good idea for you to complete as much of the research as you can yourself.

 

• What if I just need input on a book I’ve already written?

 

I’m happy to review any content you have already written and to offer feedback about structure, tone, voice, language, or any other issue I see.

 

• What if I don’t like what you write?

 

If you’re unhappy with the first section I submit to you for your approval, you may choose not to continue the project and not to pay for the section. 

 

• Do you provide publishing services?

 

Not at this time.

 

Have other questions? Please contact me! I'll be happy to help.