# Novel Writing Services From Idea to Finished Manuscript > Novel writing services: hire an experienced novel ghostwriter to turn your idea into a full manuscript in your voice. You approve each stage. Free quote. Source: https://theauthorpublishing.com/ghostwriting-services/fiction/novel-writing/ Publisher: The Author Publishing Last updated: 2026-10-25 --- Our novel writing services turn your story idea into a complete, publishable novel. An experienced ghostwriter develops your premise, builds the plot with you and writes the manuscript in your voice, while you approve each stage and keep ownership of the finished book. Whether you have a detailed outline or a single idea, you can hire a novel writer for the whole book or for part of it. This service is part of our [fiction ghostwriting services](https://theauthorpublishing.com/ghostwriting-services/fiction/). ## Experienced novel ghostwriters, matched to your genre Romance, thriller, fantasy, science fiction, mystery, historical fiction and literary fiction all have their own conventions. We match you with a ghostwriter who works in your genre, so the pacing, tone and structure suit the readers you want. Tell us about the books yours will sit beside, and we use them as a guide. ## How we write your novel 1. **Story brief.** You share your premise, characters, setting and tone. 2. **Outline.** Your ghostwriter builds a chapter outline, and you approve it before writing starts. 3. **Opening chapters.** You review the first chapters to confirm the voice. 4. **Drafting in sections.** You receive the novel in stages and request changes as you go. 5. **Revisions and handoff.** After final revisions, the manuscript is ready for [professional editing](https://theauthorpublishing.com/book-editing-services/). ## How long is a novel, and how long does it take? Many adult novels run roughly 70,000 to 100,000 words, though genres vary and fantasy and science fiction often run longer. Writing a full novel typically takes several months, depending on length, complexity and how quickly you review each section. Your quote includes a schedule. ## Affordable novel writing services: what affects the price Price depends on word count, genre and research needs, how much of the plot you provide, the number of revision rounds and your deadline. You can keep costs sensible by deciding the length early, providing a detailed outline and gathering your feedback into one round per section. We give you a fixed price in writing before any work starts. ## Hire a novel writer: what to expect from the process You stay involved where it matters: the brief, the outline and your feedback on each section. The ghostwriter does the drafting. The finished novel is published under your name, and your agreement sets out ownership and credit. ## Planning or discovering your story Some authors outline every chapter before they write, and others discover the story as they go. Both can work, though a book with no plan can drift. A useful middle path is a short outline of the main turning points: the beginning, the first major change, the midpoint, the low point and the ending. We adapt to your style, creating a detailed outline or a loose one, and we keep the plan flexible as the characters surprise us. ## Typical word counts by genre Length depends on genre and readers. As a rough guide, many general novels fall between 70,000 and 100,000 words, fantasy and science fiction often run longer, and romance and cozy mysteries can run shorter. Debut novels that are far outside these ranges can be harder to sell to publishers, though self-published authors have more freedom. We agree a target length with you at the start. ## Revisions you can expect Novels improve through revision. After the first full draft, you read it and send notes, and we revise to address them. Most authors see one or two rounds that change the book and a final polish. Large changes late in the process cost more time, which is why we agree the outline and the opening chapters before the full draft begins. Your quote states the number of revision rounds included. ## What comes after the manuscript When the manuscript is complete, the next steps depend on your route. Many authors move to [professional editing](https://theauthorpublishing.com/book-editing-services/), then [cover design](https://theauthorpublishing.com/book-design/book-cover-design/) and [publishing](https://theauthorpublishing.com/book-publishing-services/self-publishing/). Others prepare a query letter for agents. We can support you through each stage, or you can take the manuscript and continue by yourself. ## Questions about novel writing services ### Do I need an outline before I hire a novel writer? No. A premise is enough to begin. If you have an outline, it speeds things up. If you do not, we build one together. ### Can you finish a novel I have already started? In many cases, yes. We review what you have first, then a ghostwriter can continue in your voice. Your quote reflects the work involved. ### Can you write a series? Yes. We can plan the whole series and write each book, keeping characters and details consistent. ### Who owns the finished novel? You do. The book is published under your name, and your agreement sets out ownership and credit. ### How do revisions work? You review each section and send your feedback. Your quote lists the revision rounds included for each stage. ### Can you finish a novel I started? Yes. We read what you have, agree what to keep and write the rest in your voice. ### Do you write novels in any genre? We write many genres, and we match the writer to your story. See our genre pages for details. ### Can I see sample chapters before committing to the full book? Yes. We write the opening chapters first, so you can judge the voice and direction before the full draft begins. ### How many drafts will my novel need? Most novels go through several drafts before they are ready to publish. We write the first full draft and revise it with you, then you can add editing. ### Can the novel be the first in a series? Yes. We plan the story to work on its own while leaving room for the series to grow. ### Can I request a specific point of view and tense? Yes. First or third person, and past or present tense, are your choices. We write a sample page in your chosen style so you can confirm it feels right before the full draft begins, which saves rewriting later in the project. ## Related services - [Fiction ghostwriting services](https://theauthorpublishing.com/ghostwriting-services/fiction/) - [Ghostwriting services](https://theauthorpublishing.com/ghostwriting-services/) - [Developmental editing services](https://theauthorpublishing.com/book-editing-services/developmental-editing/) ## Why authors work with us - You keep your rights, your royalties and your accounts - You receive a written scope and a fixed price before any work starts - You approve every file before it moves to the next step - One project manager keeps you informed at every stage