You have something to say.
You just need someone to help you say it.
That's what I do. We talk through your ideas, I write them down, and you get something you're proud to put your name on.
I work with three or four clients at a time. If there's space, I'd like to hear what you're working on.
What is Ghostwriting?
You share your ideas. I write it all out for you. Your name goes on the cover. The finished work is yours.
Is Ghostwriting Right for You?
It's a good fit if:
- ✓ You know what you want to say but don't have time to write it.
- ✓ You want to collaborate with someone who understands you.
It's not for you if:
- ✗ You're comfortable with AI-generated content that sounds "good enough."
- ✗ You're not ready to start in the next couple of months.
The Process
Most of my projects come from referrals and past clients. I don't take on many new clients each year—but when I do, here's how it works.
Tell me about your project. What's the story you want to tell, and why now?
I delve into your world—research, interviews, source material—then structure and write the manuscript.
You get a polished manuscript you can put your name on, written the way you would say it.
Curious if it's right for you? Keep reading, or just tell me your idea:
I'll listen to your message and respond within 24 hours with thoughts on your project and potential next steps. This is just a conversation—no obligation.
Or email me at stephen@tmmw.io
How It Works
I learn your voice through conversation. We talk through your ideas in structured sessions. If you have rough notes, recordings, old drafts—even better. I'm listening for how you think, what you value, the goals you have for your project.
I write in your voice so when you read it back, you think: "Yes. That's exactly what I meant."
"Stephen has a unique capacity for listening that allows him to understand the feeling I'm struggling to communicate, and sometimes blindly seeking, in my writing."
— Shawn NYou stay connected to the work without having to grind through the writing process.
There are plenty of ghostwriters out there trying to work with as many clients as possible. That's not what this is. I work with a small number of clients who have something that genuinely matters to them.
Ready to get started?
Let's TalkServices
Books
Business books, memoirs, novels. Full-length manuscripts. 3-6 month timeline.
Thought Leadership
Essays, articles, and research-backed technical pieces that establish your authority. Monthly or project-based.
Personal Narratives
Memoirs, origin stories, and personal essays that explain who you are and why your story matters.
Not sure what you need? Let's discuss your project.
Start a ConversationPricing
Every project is different, but here is a rough estimate.
Essays & Thought Pieces
per piece
Books & Deep Projects
depending on length and research
Ongoing Collaboration
monthly retainers
I take on one or two new book projects per quarter. If timing works, let's talk scope.
About
I'm a writer and ghostwriter who's spent much of the last 15 years helping people find their voice. I've led writing retreats worldwide, worked with crypto founders on complex technical pieces, and written books under my own name including the bestselling Deep Freewriting. I love ghostwriting for people who need their vision articulated, whether highly technical or deeply personal. For me, nothing beats the moment someone reads what I've written and thinks "that's me, that's what I meant." I work with a range of clients: a family capturing a dying parent's story, executives writing the book that defines their legacy, and hobbyists who need to get that strange novel out of their head. The common thread isn't budget or status—it's that the work matters.
Testimonials
"Stephen's discussion questions brought ideas and memories out of me that had been hidden or buried for years."
— Rachel M"He was able to draw out of me what I wanted from the story without setting any terms for me. He would listen, ask questions and reiterate until it became clear."
— Gina C"Stephen masterfully guided the creative process and helped reconnect my inner voice with its outer expression."
— Justine R"Stephen was very open immediately from the first day. He said, 'What do you want? What are your goals?' So we got to set the terms. There were no set parameters, no limitations."
—Spannocchia Participant"He helped me feel confident in my ideas, to hone in on them and trust their interplay and organic development as a valuable and interesting process."
— AmickLet's Talk About Your Project
If this project matters to you, I'd like to hear about it. Send me a voice memo or email. Tell me what you're working on and what you need help with.
Current Availability
Working with two clients. Room for one book project and one ongoing collaboration starting in spring 2026.
I respond to every message within 24 hours. If I'm at capacity, I'll tell you—and give you a realistic timeline.
"He provided much needed clarity to writing and to life. I was able to write a piece that I'd been unable (or too lazy) to write in the busyness of my home."
— H.S.
"Stephen helped reaffirm my belief in my work and the maintenance & preservation of its integrity."
— Anissa