Let me be frank with you. I know many high-achieving leaders, CEOs, and entrepreneurs. They’re the kind of people who build multi-million dollar companies from scratch. They run huge teams, close massive deals, and make decisions that affect thousands of people. They’re used to winning. So, when they write a book, they assume it’s just […]

For years, I’ve seen countless authors pour their souls into manuscripts, only to watch them get swallowed by the noise. It’s a frustrating cycle, and I was determined to break it. I wanted to turn a single book into a business, an empire, a true ecosystem. This is why I started the “business-in-a-book” approach at […]

Do you have a brilliant idea for a book rattling around in your head? Is it the idea for a book that could change your industry, position you as a thought leader, and open up a new world of opportunities? Countless leaders, entrepreneurs, and experts have this same feeling, but the actual writing part feels […]

I’ll be honest with you. A few years ago, before writing professionally, I had an excellent idea for a book for my real estate company. I had the expertise, the case studies, and a message I knew would help thousands of people and their houses. I figured, “How hard can it be?” I’m a writer, […]

What is the first thing you think of when considering writing a book? A bestseller list? A book tour? Are we talking about a few thousand dollars in royalties? Most folks think of books as things they go to sell. After writing a book, you put yourself in a race to the top, So, what […]

When Does Your Book Come Out? From the desk of elite ghostwriter, Tony Horne As I write this on 1 August, this is the calm before the storm. Once that calendar turns into September, you know exactly what is coming. Thanksgiving. Black Friday. Christmas. If you manage to secure a publishing deal – or we […]

Unfortunately, there are numerous scams out there to part unsuspecting aspiring book authors from their money. Avoid becoming a victim by paying attention to these tips. Have you been scammed by a company or individual? Avoid every scam by working with the Mangus Media Group, one of the most trusted agencies in the industry. Speak […]

Have you thought about writing a book that shares your wisdom with others, but you aren’t sure you should? Maybe you worry it isn’t the right time… or you fear what you have to say isn’t “good” enough or “important” enough. You might even have naysayers in your life who say, “Who are you to write a book […]

How Will A Ghostwriter Make The Book Sound Like Me? You’ve spent the last several decades building a brand and establishing your “known” factor. You’ve got stories: those you tell your audience, those you tell potential clients, and those you only tell your closest friends. You’re a complex, multi-passionate person, and you’re nervous to work […]

The REAL Reason Leaders Are Writing Books (And It’s Not About the Benjamins or Bragging Rights) When I first began writing, it started out as a journal, one filled with feelings and emotions I felt after losing my left leg below the knee. My life flipped. I felt helpless, and I had to rethink everything. […]

A hybrid publishing model offers a compelling middle ground between traditional and self-publishing. This model gives you control and higher royalties. Yet, is it the right choice? Hybrid’s Upsides: You are in charge: Unlike traditional publishers, hybrid models give you significant creative control. * With a financial investment, you get a bigger slice of the […]

Today, many authors focus solely on the finished manuscript. However, a crucial step is often overlooked: the book proposal. Consider it your book’s business plan – a powerful, persuasive document that opens doors to agents and publishers. Yet, the question remains: Is the proposal still alive? Writing a compelling book proposal has become a lost […]

So, you’ve poured your heart and soul into your manuscript. Wondering what happens next? Going from a finished draft to successful publication and lasting impact can feel like navigating dense fog. Here, book coaches shine- not just as writers, but as dynamic content ecosystem strategists. We’re More Than Just Writers In traditional book coaching, you […]

“Memoir writing: cut deep until your blood gushes out. The writing must be that honest.” ― Cathryn Vogeley, I Need to Tell You Today, a picture popped up in my memories of me playing my guitar at a private show years ago. Before my career as a ghostwriter, I was a professional musician, touring the […]

“What’s your process? Can you tell me how it all works?” These are almost always the first questions I get from new authors when we meet. It’s completely understandable; writing a book is a huge undertaking, often a once-in-a-lifetime endeavor. If you’re considering working with a professional ghostwriter, you’ll want to know every detail involved. […]

We cried. Chills went down our spines when we recently met with one of our authors. In the middle of one chapter, an idea and concept emerged, all from a memory—a single statement and a chain of events wrapped around a defining moment in the author’s life where everything made sense. In that defining “mirror […]

Being a professional ghostwriter for almost a decade, I’ve seen and heard a lot. As CEO of Mangus Media Group, I’ve learned more about what makes a good ghostwriter-client relationship. It’s not just about finding a good writer; it’s about finding the right fit. I built my team with the best writers and publishing professionals, […]

“I never made one of my discoveries through the process of rational.” ~ Albert Einstein Just the other day, it happened again. While I was working and meeting with one of my authors, they asked a question that really stuck with me: “What will make my book great?” I knew I had to handle that […]

“The challenge of leadership is to be strong, but not rude; be kind, but not weak; be bold, but not bully; be thoughtful, not lazy; be humble, but not timid; be proud, but not arrogant; have humor, but without folly.” ― Jim Rohn “I’ve got a huge problem. Can you help?” This hit me one […]

“The challenge of leadership is to be strong, but not rude; be kind, but not weak; be bold, but not bully; be thoughtful, not lazy; be humble, but not timid; be proud, but not arrogant; have humor, but without folly.” ― Jim Rohn  In 1996, I was working at a large corporate healthcare organization. One […]