WordMatters Rate Card

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Memoir and life writing

 

Every memoir project begins with a series of recorded interview sessions, one for every 5,000 words of finished material.

- A shorter memoir of 15,000 to 20,000 words typically involves three to four interviews plus follow-up.

- A full book-length memoir of 60,000 to 75,000 words involves twelve to fifteen sessions.

All interviews are transcribed, shaped and drafted by me, with two rounds of revisions and a final proofread included before delivery.

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Short project up to 10,000 words: from €2,700

Mid-length up to 35,000 words: from €7,000

Full memoir or book up to 80,000 words: from €16,000

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All project fees include interviews, transcription, writing, editing, revision and project management.

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Corporate ghostwriting

 

The monthly retainer includes three LinkedIn articles per month, one briefing call and one round of revisions per piece. Standalone articles are available at €300 per piece. For larger projects including business books, speeches and keynote addresses, rates are agreed on a project basis following an initial conversation.

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Editorial and writing support

 

A manuscript assessment includes a full read of your draft, a written editorial report covering structure, voice, pacing and key issues, and one follow-up call to discuss next steps.

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Up to 20,000 words: from €500

Up to 80,000 words: from €1,600

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Training and facilitation

 

All programmes are designed specifically for your business and your team.

Rates are per participant and include bespoke programme design, delivery, evaluation and a written post-training report. Minimum 4 participants, maximum 12.

Groups of up to 8 recommended for best results.

Larger organisations may book multiple sessions.

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Half day: €95 per person plus materials

Full day: €150 per person plus materials