Crediting the ghostwriter as well as the celebrity can bring huge value to the book in terms of: credibility and authenticity (incredibly valuable in the age of AI), showcasing writing talent, event experience, and reinforcing the celebrity brand. There is a growing trend of heartening and welcome examples of celebrities publicly and generously acknowledging their ghostwriters. We are yet to come across any instance of book sales or a celebrity’s reputation being diminished by giving acknowledgement to a co-creator or ghost. We appreciate that every book deal is unique. This guidance is intended to assist literary agents and publishers in navigating this area and ensuring that terms for all those involved in the creation of these works are fair.
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