ghostwriter

Definition

A professional writer who is paid to write material that is officially credited to another person; one who writes on behalf of someone else, often for a celebrity.

Etymology

From ghost + writer.

Example Sentences

• "Smith was listed as the author of his autobiography, but a ghostwriter did most of the work."
• "Ghostwriters, typically the faceless forces behind many books by famous non-writers, are now becoming more visible, with celebrities openly teaming up with high-profile professionals."