Comparisons
DIY Memoir vs Hiring a Ghostwriter: Cost, Time, and Honesty Compared (2026)
A ghostwriter costs $6,500 to $42,000 and takes 12 months. A DIY tool costs $59 to $200 a year and takes 30 minutes a week. They produce different books. Here's the honest breakdown of which one you should actually pick — and a third option most people don't know exists.
Patrick Moore • May 11, 2026