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Long-Term Contemporary Romance Ghostwriter Needed (60k Standalone to Start) - Contract to Hire

Remote, USA Full-time Posted 2025-11-24
Long-Term Contemporary Romance Ghostwriter Needed I’m currently looking for a skilled, dependable ghostwriter for contemporary romance projects. This first project is a 60,000-word standalone novel, but I’m hoping to find the right long-term fit for ongoing work. If we work well together, I’d love to build a steady, lasting partnership. Project details Start date: 3/27/26 Project: One standalone contemporary romance novel Length: 60,000 words Timeline: Must be able to write at least 10,000 words per week What I’m looking for Native English speaker with strong writing skills Experience writing contemporary romance with emotion, tension, and strong character chemistry Ability to create a plot summary and chapter-by-chapter outline based on provided tropes/themes Strong communication and reliability Professional work ethic and respect for deadlines Original writing only — no plagiarism AI is fine for brainstorming or idea support, but the writing itself must feel original, natural, and human-written Willingness to revise when needed Comfortable signing a contract/NDA Available for a brief Zoom call before kickoff to make sure we’re a good fit and aligned on expectations Compensation Compensation is competitive and will be discussed with shortlisted candidates based on experience, writing quality, and overall fit. There is also room for growth over time for the right long-term writer. How to apply Please submit the first three chapters of your best contemporary romance manuscript so I can get a feel for your voice and writing style. When submitting your proposal, please begin with: “I am so ready” so I know you read the full post. Thank you, and I look forward to finding the right fit. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job

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