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Children’s Book Ghostwriting and Editing Services

Work with #1 New York Times-bestselling writers and Big-5 editors to create an inspiring book

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Are you ready to become a published author?

Work directly with publishing’s most acclaimed and sought-after professionals, including #1 Manhattan Publishing House writers, Big-5 publishing executives, and notable literary agents.

Only Manhattan Publishing House offers exclusive access to this caliber of talent. 

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Our Comprehensive Writing Services Include

Book Planning

Ghostwriting Writing

Editing

Book Proposals and
Queries

Publishing
Navigation

Bestseller List Targeting

Beta Reader
Testing

Book Coaching

Publishing and Marketing Strategy

Agent
Introductions

Direct Submissions
to Publishers

Cultural Accuracy Editing

Book Planning

Beta Reader Testing

Ghostwriting Writing

Ghostwriting Writing

Editing

Publishing and Marketing Strategy

Book Proposals and
Queries

Agent Introductions

Publishing Navigation

Direct Submissions to Publishers

Bestseller List Targeting

Cultural Accuracy Editing

Our Work

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It has been a pleasure working with Manhattan Publishing House and his team of talented writers and editors–I highly recommend them. Having collaborated together on over a dozen manuscripts since 2015, including the original Five Nights at Freddy’s series, I can attest to their responsiveness, dedication to excellence, and commitment to keeping their clients happy. The ability to work with multiple gifted writers concurrently has been especially valuable to me.

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Scott Cawthon

#1 New York Times-bestselling author
A combined 9 million copies sold!

I really enjoy working with Manhattan Publishing House. They have a great team of writers and are very collaborative, responsive, and professional. Kevin’s team has been quick to provide a range of top-quality writers who they feel are ideal for the novels we want to have written. I am currently working with Kira Breed-Wrisley, a great writer and listener, and I have been so comfortable working with her.

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Debra Dorfman, VP & Publisher, Scholastic

Former President & Publisher at Penguin

Working with Manhattan Publishing House is a great experience. Having worked together on multiple books over the years, they’ve proven themselves to be reliable, responsive, and talented. Their team of bestselling authors is a great resource for us and I definitely recommend their services to any author or publisher looking for top-quality writing services with a well-managed process.

 
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Nation’s #1 literary agent (Publishers Marketplace)

with a reputation for negotiating 6- and 7-figure deals

Our Team

Hannah Gómez, PhD

Senior Editor, Cultural Accuracy and Sensitivity Editorial Services

Hannah Gómez, PhD

Senior Editor, Cultural Accuracy and Sensitivity Editorial Services

Bestselling editor and head of KAA’s cultural accuracy editorial department
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Adriann Ranta Zurhellen

Senior Editor

Adriann Ranta Zurhellen

Senior Editor

New York Times-bestselling former agent
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Jaime Levine

Executive Editor

Jaime Levine

Executive Editor

#1 New York Times-bestselling editor and former Big 5 executive editor with 35+ New York Times bestsellers
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Why Choose

Manhattan Publishing House

#1 Bestselling Children's Writer

Our co-writers and ghostwriters include #1 New York Times-bestselling children’s authors who work directly with you to develop or enhance your book.

 

Comprehensive Service

Brainstorming, concept creation, outlining, writing, revising, editing, beta testing, marketing and PR strategy, agent acquisition, publishing strategy, and more.

 

Big-5 Editorial Support

Our team is composed of former acquisitions editors from Big-5 publishers who know the children’s market and can ensure that your book connects with readers and achieves your publishing goals.

 

#1 Bestselling Children's Writer

Our co-writers and ghostwriters include #1 New York Times-bestselling children’s authors who work directly with you to develop or enhance your book.

 

Comprehensive Service

Brainstorming, concept creation, outlining, writing, revising, editing, beta testing, marketing and PR strategy, agent acquisition, publishing strategy, and more.

 

Big-5 Editorial Support

Our team is composed of former acquisitions editors from Big-5 publishers who know the children’s market and can ensure that your book connects with readers and achieves your publishing goals.

 

Proven Record of Success

We’ve developed and written numerous bestselling children’s books for authors, publishers, and literary agents.

 

Personalized Approach

Every idea, every author, and every book is unique. We pair you with a team that knows your target audience and can capture your individual voice.

 

Publishing Navigation

We work directly with the leading publishers and literary agents in children’s literature. We will help you navigate the entire writing and publishing process.

 

Proven Record of Success

We’ve developed and written numerous bestselling children’s books for authors, publishers, and literary agents.

 

Personalized Approach

Every idea, every author, and every book is unique. We pair you with a team that knows your target audience and can capture your individual voice.

 

Publishing Navigation

We work directly with the leading publishers and literary agents in children’s literature. We will help you navigate the entire writing and publishing process.

 

Special KAA Perk -- Plan Your
Book at a Private Villa in Tuscany

Imagine planning or rewriting your book with a literary agent, a Big-5 publishing executive, or a #1 New York Times-bestselling author — all at a private villa in Tuscany.

Surrounded by the iconic vineyards and olive groves of the Chianti hills, you’ll have the time and space to focus entirely on your book. This immersive experience provides you with the expert insight needed to refine your ideas, strategize your publishing journey, and build your book with confidence, all while enjoying the beauty and inspiration of Tuscany.

Special KAA Perk -- Plan Your
Book at a Private Villa in Tuscany

Imagine planning or rewriting your book with a literary agent, a Big-5 publishing executive, or a #1 New York Times-bestselling author — all at a private villa in Tuscany.

Surrounded by the iconic vineyards and olive groves of the Chianti hills, you’ll have the time and space to focus entirely on your book. This immersive experience provides you with the expert insight needed to refine your ideas, strategize your publishing journey, and build your book with confidence, all while enjoying the beauty and inspiration of Tuscany.

Why Choose MPH and Not AI to Write Your Book

We believe books should be authentic, original, and deeply human. That’s why we never use AI to generate original content. Writing a great book—especially something deeply personal or creative—requires more than algorithms or pre-programmed prompts. It takes a real writer’s human intuition, empathy, and creativity to know when and how to ask the right questions and capture your voice in a way that resonates with your readers.

Why Choose MPH and Not AI to Write Your Book

We believe books should be authentic, original, and deeply human. That’s why we never use AI to generate original content. Writing a great book—especially something deeply personal or creative—requires more than algorithms or pre-programmed prompts. It takes a real writer’s human intuition, empathy, and creativity to know when and how to ask the right questions and capture your voice in a way that resonates with your readers.

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The MPH Ghostwriting Experience

We carefully customize our ghostwriting process to meet your specific needs and publishing goals. The process below describes a standard ghostwriting experience.

Complimentary Author Consultation

Before any commitments are made or contracts are signed, we take the time to get to know you, your book, and your publishing goals. We’ll provide consultation regarding the publishing industry and discuss the optimal strategy for your book.

Through a series of phone calls and questionnaires, we’ll help you think through your book concept, platform, audience, and marketplace. Our preparation also includes reviewing any drafts, notes, articles, outlines, and other relevant background materials.

Through a series of phone calls and questionnaires, we’ll help you think through your book concept, platform, audience, and marketplace. Our preparation also includes reviewing any drafts, notes, articles, outlines, and other relevant background materials.

Your Book Editor

Your editor will lead the book-writing process and collaborate with the team to (a) develop the book’s positioning, core concepts, structure, and themes; (b) provide market analysis and advise on target audience, marketing, and publishing strategy; (c) edit and review the manuscript throughout the book-writing process.

Note: All of the in-house editors at KAA are former acquisitions editors at Big-5 publishing houses (Penguin Random House, HarperCollins, Simon & Schuster, Macmillan, and Hachette) who have acquired and edited hundreds of traditionally published books, including numerous New York Times bestsellers.

Your Writer/Ghostwriter

Your writer will work with you to pen your words to the page and revise the manuscript to ensure it captures your voice and vision. Our impressive roster of writers includes  #1 New York Times-bestselling and award-winning authors in a wide variety of genres.

Your Project Manager

There are a lot of moving parts when it comes to writing and publishing a book. Your project manager will establish and maintain the timeline, schedule interviews, and be a helpful resource for any questions that come up along the way.

Meet with your book-writing team in person or via video conference for in-depth strategy sessions to brainstorm, plan, and build the foundation of your book. By the end of the sessions, you will have a detailed manuscript outline that captures your vision, as well as a publishing and marketing strategy that aligns with your goals.

It’s time to start writing your book! We’ll handle the heavy lifting so you can remain focused on the bigger picture, as well as life’s demands.

Your Words. Your Voice. Our Pen.

At MPH, we ensure that your book is unmistakably yours. Through ongoing interviews and careful editing, we’ll ensure every idea, word, and piece of content sounds and feels like your distinct voice

Ongoing Manuscript Review and Revisions

Your writer will develop your manuscript one section at a time, giving you ample opportunity to discuss the draft in process and suggest revisions.

Your editor will oversee the writing process and provide ongoing editorial review and direction to ensure the quality of the writing is up to publishing industry standards. 

Finalize Your Draft

Once the manuscript is complete and meets your full approval, an additional  editor (who has no knowledge of the project) will perform a “cold read,” editing the text for grammar and providing a final round of analysis and consultation.

Your manuscript will be reviewed by 20+ impartial lay readers from within your target demographic who will provide detailed raw feedback and suggest improvements. The writing team will review this feedback with you and revise the book to ensure it resonates with your audience. Beta readers allow you and your team to make editorial decisions based on data.

 

Did you know less than 0.1% of people who want to write a book actually publish one? Not at KAA. Whether you want to break into traditional publishing, collaborate with a great hybrid publisher, or make the most of what self-publishing offers, we’ll guide you every step of the way. At KAA, we have former literary agents on staff, partnerships with dozens of publishers, and relationships with the most seasoned book marketers and PR teams to launch your book. We won’t just help you write your book, we’ll ensure you have a remarkable publishing experience.

Our Children’s Book Editors and Ghostwriters Specialize in the Following Categories

Picture Books
(ages 3-8)

Typically 32 pages and under 1,000 words

Early Readers
(ages 5-9)

Typically fewer than 2,500 words

First Chapter
Books
(ages 6-10)

5,000 – 25,000 words

 

Middle Grade
(ages 8-12)

10,000 – 55,000 words

Young Adult
(ages 12+)

30,000 – 90,000 words

Let’s make a little magic

There are few things more rewarding in life than publishing a book that’s loved by children. MPH has first-hand knowledge and proven success in helping clients produce powerful and marketable children’s books.

If you’ve already written a draft, or just have an idea in your head, call us to begin your journey to writing and publishing your book.

 
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FAQ

Do I Need an Illustrator Before I Submit to Agents and/or Publishers?

No, in fact many publishers prefer that you don’t.

 
Why Are Your YA Prices the Same as Your Prices for Other Full-Length Manuscripts?

The length and complexity of YA novels are essentially the same as that of any other novel, so they are priced accordingly.

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