Story & Sterling
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What services does Story & Sterling offer?

Ghostwriting, book editing and formatting, book coaching, publishing navigation, and immersive writers retreats — as well as confidential support for literary agents and publishers.

How do I get started?

Schedule a complimentary consultation. We'll talk through your book and goals, and recommend the right service and team before any commitment is made.

Is ghostwriting ethical?

Yes. The ideas, stories, and expertise are yours — a ghostwriter simply helps you express them with more craft and structure than you may have time to develop alone.

Are your services confidential?

Always. Every engagement can be covered by an NDA, and you retain full public credit as the author on any ghostwritten work.

How is Story & Sterling different from a freelance ghostwriter?

You get a full team — a ghostwriter, editor, and project lead — rather than a single freelancer managing every part of your book alone, plus access to publishing strategy and agent relationships.

Do you work with international clients?

Yes. Most of our process happens over video calls and email, so location isn't a barrier to working together.

How long does a typical project take?

It depends on the service — a full ghostwritten manuscript typically takes four to nine months, while editing or coaching timelines vary based on scope. We'll give you a specific estimate during your consultation.

Do you use AI to write any part of the manuscript?

No. We believe books should be written by people who have listened to you, not generated by a model. Every page is written and edited by a member of our team.

What if I'm not sure which service is right for me?

That's exactly what the consultation call is for — we'll help you figure out whether ghostwriting, coaching, or editing fits your book, timeline, and budget.

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