A ghostwriter is a professional writer who creates content for another person, often without receiving public credit. This can include books, articles, speeches, or other written materials. The person who hires the ghostwriter typically provides ideas, outlines, or notes, and the ghostwriter transforms these into polished text. Ghostwriters are commonly used by celebrities, politicians, and business leaders who want to share their stories or expertise but may lack the time or writing skills. The final product is usually published under the name of the person who commissioned the work, maintaining the illusion that they authored it themselves.