Lyric D

Lyric D – Ghostwriter

Certified ghostwriter and editor with 8+ years of experience (Macmillan, Hachette, Sounds True) in spirituality, women's health, & memoir

Overview

Hey! I’m Lyric, a ghostwriter with a deep love for sharing stories that highlight the magic in the mundane.

I'm fascinated by other humans—where they've been, who they've encountered, and how they've become—which is probably why people often spill their secrets to me within a few minutes of meeting. No topic is off limits, no taboo too uncomfortable to witness. And your intellectual property is protected every step of the way.

Writing and reading have been staples in my life since I was a kid, so it's only right that I've infused these natural gifts and interests into my work now. For the past eight years or so, I've worked intimately with authors as well as traditional and hybrid publishers (Macmillan, Hachette, Sounds True, Hardie Grant, and Amplify, to name a few) to craft memorable, resonant, and marketable books.

I've dedicated myself to learning the publishing industry inside and out, studying the art and craft of writing, and gathering the tricks of the trade to help authors translate their insights and stories into engaging titles. My training includes certification in book ghostwriting and book proposal writing from Wambtac Ghostwriters.

If any of this sounds intriguing to you, reach out! I can write just about anything, but my interests lie in narrative nonfiction, essay collections, prescriptive self-help, and memoir that explore:

- non-Abrahamic spirituality

- self-help

- personal development

- women's health

- BIPOC philosophy

- feminist thought, women’s studies

- deconstruction/decolonization praxis

If you're interested in developmental editing instead, feel free to reach out on my editing profile: https://reedsy.com/freelancers/lyric-d

Services
Non-Fiction
Biographies & Memoirs Health & Wellbeing Inspirational Religion & Spirituality Self-Help & Self-Improvement
Languages
English (UK) English (US)
Certifications
  • Wambtac Ghostwriters - Ghostwriting Professional Designation Program

Work experience

Sounds True/St. Martin's Essentials (Macmillan)

Sep, 2022 — Present
Sounds True books are now published under Macmillan’s St. Martin’s Essentials imprint. • Developmentally edit 6–8 new book projects each year with a specific focus on structure, clarity, resonance, depth, and flow • Write, edit, and evaluate book proposals on weekly basis to establish/confirm unique marketing spin and promotional plans • Cultivate and maintain strong, trusting relationships with authors and support them in creating effective, well-written books

Self-employed

Oct, 2018 — Present
I ghostwrite and edit nonfiction books for spiritual teachers, guides, and healers who are invested in opening minds to new possibilities and achieving holistic collective liberation. I've worked extensively with: - Macmillan - Hachette - Sounds True - Hay House - Hardie Grant - BenBella Books - Amplify - And more!

Portfolio

Thriving Postpartum: Embracing the Indigenous Wisdom of La Cuarentena

Pa¯Nquetzani

St. Martin's Essentials / Sounds True

Book Ghostwriting
Book Ghostwriting
Living Ritual: Infuse Each Day with Purpose and Spirit

Stanley, Tracee

St. Martin's Essentials / Sounds True

Book Proposal
Book Ghostwriting
Book Ghostwriting
Temper: A Fugitive Guide to Freedom

Brown, Autumn

St. Martin's Essentials / Sounds True

Book Proposal

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