I love a good story. Sometimes that means reading about other people’s stories in books or creating stories of my own, out in the real world. For today’s episode, I traveled south and met up with ghostwriter Maggie Mills in a most unexpected location.

Maggie is the most famous author you’ve never heard of and we discuss writing, the best way to write your own story, and how she helps her clients get their stories out into the world through publishing books.

Before we begin, though, I’d like to thank the author, John Berendt, for the story he published thirty years ago that caused this whole thing to come together the way it did.

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Connect with Maggie:

Website

https://maggiemills.com/

Website #2

https://takemaggieswordforit.com/

LinkedIn URL

https://www.linkedin.com/in/maggiemillswriter

YouTube URL

https://www.youtube.com/@take-maggies-word-for-it

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Summary

In this conversation, host James Walters interviews ghostwriter Maggie Mills about the power of storytelling and the role of a ghostwriter. They discuss how everyone has a unique story to tell and how different voices can resonate with different audiences. They also explore the importance of bringing emotion and sensory details into storytelling to engage readers. The conversation takes place in a cemetery, adding a unique and atmospheric backdrop to their discussion. In this conversation, the host and guest discuss the process of ghostwriting and the challenges and joys that come with it. They explore the importance of capturing the author's voice and maintaining authenticity in the writing. The guest shares insights into how she keeps up the momentum and stamina required for ghostwriting, emphasizing her love for what she does and her belief in her authors. They also touch on the value of storytelling, the role of tone and voice in writing, and the importance of preserving personal stories as a legacy.

Keywords

storytelling, ghostwriting, unique perspective, emotion, sensory details, cemetery, ghostwriting, author's voice, authenticity, momentum, stamina, storytelling, tone, voice, legacy

Takeaways

• Everyone has a unique story to tell, and different voices can resonate with different audiences.

• Bringing emotion and sensory details into storytelling can make the story more engaging and relatable.

• Cemeteries can be beautiful and peaceful places that inspire reflection and storytelling.

• Ghostwriters play a crucial role in helping people share their stories and experiences.

• Stories have the power to inspire, educate, and connect people. Ghostwriting involves capturing the author's voice and maintaining authenticity in the writing.

• The love for what you do and belief in your authors can help maintain momentum and stamina in ghostwriting.

• Storytelling is a powerful tool that can be used to convey different perspectives and insights.

• Tone and voice play a crucial role in writing, and it's important to preserve the author's unique style and regional flavor.

• Keeping notes and preserving personal stories can serve as a valuable legacy, even if they are never published.

Chapters

00:00Introduction: The Joyful Rebellion

01:14Meeting Maggie Mills: The Most Famous Author You've Never Heard Of

03:25Unconventional Setting: The Cemetery as a Backdrop

04:22The Inspiration Behind the Podcast Episode

08:07The Power of Stories: Learning and Growing

09:29Everyone Has a Story: The Importance of Perspective

11:16The Confidentiality of Ghostwriting

13:06Discovering Hidden Stories: Helping Others Recognize Their Experiences

15:23The Value of Unique Perspectives: Why Your Story Matters

19:11The Beauty of Cemeteries: Inspiring Reflection and Storytelling

20:36The Impact of Stories: Inspiring, Educating, and Connecting

20:59The Art of Ghostwriting

24:15Maintaining Momentum and Stamina

26:12The Power of Storytelling

27:32Preserving Authenticity: Tone and Voice

34:29Leaving a Legacy: Personal Stories