**Location:** Remote
**Compensation:** Competitive, based on experience.
**Duration:** 3-4 months (tentative, depending on progress)
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**About Us:**
Interested in writing a book that aims to educate and inspire children through linguistics. Want to introduce young minds to the beauty of global cultures to make the world more inclusive and connected.
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**Project Overview:**
We’re seeking a talented and experienced ghost writer to work on an exciting project – a children’s book titled "Hello in 100 Languages." This book is intended to introduce children to different cultures through the simple act of greeting. Your role will encompass everything from research and content creation to coordinating the book’s layout, collaborating on illustrations vs. maps, and handling its Amazon publication.
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**Key Responsibilities:**
1. **Research and Content Creation**: Extensive research to ensure accuracy in saying "Hello" in 100 different languages. Each greeting should come with a brief and engaging description of the language and culture.
2. **Collaboration**: Work closely with illustrators, designers, and editors to ensure the vision for the book is realized effectively.
3. **Book Layout**: Decide on the layout of the book, including where to incorporate illustrations, maps, and other interactive elements to engage young readers.
4. **Publication**: Handle the process of getting the book published on Amazon, ensuring all requirements are met.
5. **Quality Assurance**: Oversee the production of the first author’s copy, and ensure it is shipped appropriately.
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**Qualifications:**
1. Previous experience in ghostwriting, preferably for children’s books.
2. Strong research skills, with an emphasis on linguistic and cultural accuracy.
3. Familiarity with the Amazon publishing process.
4. An eye for detail and design to ensure the book is both informative and visually captivating.
5. Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.
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**Application Process:**
Interested candidates are invited to submit:
1. A cover letter explaining why you’re the best fit for this role.
2. Resume/CV detailing relevant experience.
3. At least two samples of children’s books or related content you’ve written.
4. (Optional but preferred) A brief proposal or ideas you might already have for this project.
We’re excited to find the perfect writer to bring this project to life. If you have a passion for languages and cultures, and creating content for young readers, we look forward to hearing from you!
Budget: $5
Posted On: August 23, 2023 22:58 UTC
Category: Ghostwriting
Skills:Ghostwriting, Editing & Proofreading, Fact-Checking, Children’s Literature, Education, Novel, Creative Writing, English, Proofreading
Location Requirement: Only freelancers located in the United States may apply.
Country: United States
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