Services
Nicola is a highly experienced writer who loves her job with a passion. Her books have attracted hundreds of five-star reviews on Amazon, where some titles have also reached #1 in several categories. Nicola is a natural storyteller with an exceptional ability to capture any voice with authenticity. Her services include:
Ghostwriting
Nicola has ghosted several commercial books, including international bestseller Cabin Fever: The Sizzling Secrets of a Virgin Air Hostess (Lume Books). The latest book ghosted by Nicola – One Chance: Surviving London’s Gangs – charts Terroll Lewis’ transformation from Brixton gang leader to respected community fitness guru.
Powerful, and told in Terroll’s unique voice, One Chance is a perfect example of the inspirational, real-life stories of which Nicola loves bringing to life on the page.
However, Nicola is a versatile writer and, whatever your story, she aims to turn it into an engaging, unputdownable book.
Personal memoirs and private writing projects
Nicola has also worked behind the scenes with authors on various private writing projects, including personal memoirs and, recently, a historical novel. Maybe you have a personal story you would like to document but not necessarily share with the world?
From recording a personal tragedy or triumph, to tales from your childhood or writing your life story, Nicola will work with you to create a professional and compelling manuscript.
Sometimes a subject may have written, or part-written, a manuscript but is unsure where it is going or how to finish it. In which case, whatever your writing project, Nicola would love to hear from you.
Book proposals
A book proposal is a pitch to publishers. It gives commissioning editors a detailed overview of your book idea, including its subject, structure, commercial value and why it matters.
A typical book proposal is usually between 10,000 and 15,000 words and contains:
A short synopsis
Section outlining the author’s authority to write the book
A breakdown of competing titles
One page on specialist marketing outlets
Chapter outlines
A sample chapter
Journalism
Nicola Stow has been a journalist for more than 20 years, specialising in real-life crime features, investigations and news.
She has written for several national newspapers and websites including The Sun, Sun Online, Daily Mail (Scotland) Sunday Mail, Sunday Post, the former News of the World, Times, Thrillist and women’s magazines such as Take a Break and That’s Life.
Nicola is available for commissions.