How Authors Work With a Ghostwriter

Ghostwriting is not cheating. It is collaboration. In this BSN Bookshelf conversation, Brian J. Olds, Founder of Black Speakers Network, sits down with Lynnette René Doby, Founder and Executive Storytelling Expert at Write Way Consulting, to explore how authors work with ghostwriters the right way. They uncover the truth about ghostwriting and share practical insights for authors, speakers, and coaches who want to turn their ideas into powerful, published books that build credibility and influence. ✨ In this episode you will learn: 00:00 Introduction to BSN Bookshelf and ghostwriting 02:45 Myth 1: Ghostwriters write everything for you 07:40 Myth 2: Using a ghostwriter means you are not a real author 13:20 Myth 3: Ghostwriting is only for celebrities or executives 18:00 Myth 4: All ghostwriters do the same thing 23:15 Myth 5: Once the book is finished, the job is done 28:00 How to choose the right ghostwriter for your project 30:00 Who owns the intellectual property when you hire a ghostwriter 34:00 How to market your book after publishing 38:00 Final takeaways and where to connect with Lynnette Meet Today's Guest: Lynnette René Doby is a ghostwriter, executive storytelling expert, and founder of Write Way Consulting, LLC. She helps coaches, consultants, and C-suite leaders transform complex ideas into clear, compelling books that amplify their professional brand. Connect with Lynnette on LinkedIn:   / lynnette-ren%c3%a9-doby-mfa   Visit Write Way Consulting: https://www.writewayconsulting.net Watch on YouTube:    / @writewayconsulting   About BSN Bookshelf: Hosted by Brian J. Olds, Founder of Black Speakers Network, BSN Bookshelf highlights modern strategies for writing, publishing, and promoting books that move audiences and build legacy. Learn more about Black Speakers Network: https://www.blackspeakersnetwork.com We are currently booking speakers, authors, coaches, consultants, podcasters, event organizers, and community leaders for upcoming features and virtual events. If you are a current or aspiring speaker, author, coach, consultant, podcaster, or event planner, we would love to connect. Visit https://www.blackspeakersnetwork.com/... to learn more or join as a Premium Member to get connected to new speaking opportunities and exclusive BSN resources. Subscribe on YouTube for more episodes:    / @blackspeakersnetwork   #Ghostwriting #BookPublishing #BSNBookshelf #BlackSpeakersNetwork #AuthorTips #WritingProcess #PublishingAdvice #Storytelling #BookMarketing #WriteWayConsulting #LynnetteReneDoby #BrianJOlds #PublicSpeaking #AuthorCommunity #SpeakerOpportunities