Ghostwriter for a Literary Novella

We are seeking a gifted literary ghostwriter to craft a 12,000–15,000-word novella inspired by surrealism, introspection, and the blurred boundaries between reality and illusion.

The core plot layout is already prepared, outlining the protagonist, key motifs, and the overall arc. However, the writer will have full creative freedom to conceptualize what happens within each room — to invent, interpret, and elevate the story into something hauntingly beautiful.
We’re inspired by Franz Kafka’s existential depth and Haruki Murakami’s surreal dream logic, and we want this novella to sit somewhere between the two: poetic, unsettling, and timeless.

What We’re Looking For:

Experience in literary fiction, surreal or philosophical writing.
A voice capable of introspection, ambiguity, and atmosphere.
Familiarity or appreciation for Kafka, Murakami, Coelho, Ishiguro, Borges, or Camus.
Ability to interpret minimal direction and transform a layout into a living world.
Strong understanding of pacing, symbolism, and tone.

Project Details:
Target length: 12,000–15,000 words (novella format)
Plot outline and concept will be shared upon selection.
You will have flexibility to shape scenes, settings, and dialogue.
Tone: Philosophical, emotional, slightly surreal, and human.
Payment and timeline negotiable upon agreement.

How to Apply:

Please include:
A short introduction about yourself and your literary interests.
Samples of your writing (preferably literary or introspective fiction).
Prior experience with ghostwriting or published fiction (if any).
A short paragraph on what attracts you to Kafka’s or Murakami’s style.

STRICTLY NO AI OR AI-ASSISTED WRITING
Submissions must be 100% human-written. Any use of AI tools (ChatGPT, Jasper, Sudowrite, GrammarlyGO, or similar) whether for drafting, rewriting, or “inspiration” will immediately disqualify the writer from consideration.
This project demands genuine human creativity, emotional intelligence, and nuanced storytelling. We are seeking a real writer with an authentic voice not machine-generated or machine polished content.
Please apply only if you commit to writing manually and independently.

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