Basaati: The Ghostwriting Studio was born from a simple observation: Too many experts have a book inside them, but too few have the time or skill to write it.
We operate as a specialized ghostwriting studio based right out of Samara, Russia. Positioned as an affordable alternative to elite metropolitan agencies, we target independent authors, regional business leaders, and experts by prioritizing hyper-transparent, standardized package rates.
Core Pricing Structure
We break away from traditional "price-per-word" sliding scales by locking in predictable book-length metrics:
• Base Package: 150,000 ₽
• Target Scope: Exactly 150 pages
• Inclusions: Standard developmental structure, regular interviews, draft creation, and sequential editing chapters.
Transparent Add-ons & Extras
Rather than embedding hidden fees into the manuscript creation process, we rely on itemized add-on features so authors can scale according to their budget:
• Deep Research & Archival Verification: For complex historical fiction, biographies, or highly technical business guides.
• Bilingual Adaptations: Translating, localized framing, or rewriting parallel versions in Russian and English.
• Publishing & Formatting Prep: Cover layout, ISBN registration, and formatting for self-publishing channels.
• Expedited Turnaround: Accelerated interviewing and writing sprints to hit specific trade show or launch dates.
Local Advantages
Choosing a studio rooted in the Samara region offers massive operational perks over remote setups:
• Face-to-Face Strategy Sessions: You can conduct long-form interviews and planning workshops in person, allowing the writer to perfectly absorb your vocal rhythm, nuances, and natural conversational tone.
• Regional Context Integration: Perfect for regional histories, industrial legacy projects, or memoirs deeply tied to the Volga Federal District.
• Lower Overhead Costs: Because regional operating costs are much lower than Moscow or Saint Petersburg firms, these savings translate directly into their competitive 150,000 ₽ base rate.
Our founder is an Indian author with ten self-published books – a self-made publisher who learned the craft from scratch. After moving to Russia and becoming a permanent resident, he met his wife, a Russian native speaker with a deep understanding of local business culture.
Together, they created Basaati: a ghostwriting studio that combines Indian publishing discipline with Russian client care.
We are not a large faceless agency. We are a husband-wife team who personally handle every project – from the first interview to the final page.
The Dual Advantage: Why Our Russian-Indian Team Works
Indian Side | Russian Side |
10+ published books of practical experience | Native-level Russian language and cultural fluency |
Deep knowledge of self-publishing (InDesign, cover design) | Understanding of the Russian professional mindset |
Proven ability to finish projects on time | Personal, face-to-face client communication |
Global perspective on book marketing | Local business network and trust |
You get both. An experienced author who writes in your voice. And a Russian co-founder who answers your questions, manages revisions, and ensures the final book sounds natural to a Russian reader – whether you publish in Russian or English.
We understand how a Russian businessman thinks, and we know how to write a book that truly builds his reputation.
Our Confidentiality Pledge: This is the most important promise we make.
We do not disclose our clients' names. You are the sole author. Your name appears on the cover.
Everything we do is protected by a legally binding Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA), signed before we receive any confidential information. We never:
· Publish client names in our portfolio
· Share manuscripts with third parties
· Claim co-authorship or any public credit
Our portfolio contains only anonymized case studies – genre, page count, and anonymized outcome. Your identity remains yours.
Rights & Royalties – 100% Yours
All rights to the book and 100% of royalties are transferred to you. We do not claim your intellectual property.
When you pay the final invoice, you sign a Copyright Transfer Agreement. From that moment:
· You are the legal author. Your name appears on the copyright page.
· You keep 100% of royalties from every sale from hard books or soft books, whether on any external website or your own website.
· We have no claim to future earnings, translations, adaptations, or sequels.
We are ghostwriters. Our job ends when you hold your book. Your book is your asset – forever.
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Who We Are (Briefly)
Role Background
1. Founder & Lead Ghostwriter Indian author, 10 self-published books, expert in non-fiction structure and voice
2. Co-founder & Client Relations Russian native speaker, manages all communication, ensures cultural and linguistic accuracy
3. Legal & Admin Registered as self-employed (Самозанятый) in Russia, full tax compliance
4. We work with a small network of freelance editors and cover designers, but every word passes through our hands. No outsourcing to unknown writers.
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Why Professionals Trust Basaati
1. Proven track record – our founder has done it himself, ten times.
2. Total confidentiality – signed NDA before we start.
3. You keep 100% rights – no hidden clauses, no royalty share.
4. Bilingual capability – we write in flawless Russian or English.
5. Fair pricing – 150,000 ₽ for a 150-page book, transparent add-ons.
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What do we do, how does it work, and how much does it cost?
Nearly 90% of experts dream of publishing a book: they lack time, and finances seem like a serious barrier. This is exactly what ghostwriting is for. You share your knowledge and ideas—we write for you. You only spend time on a few interviews. Money is an investment in your personal brand, which pays off with the first major clients. Everything you need to know is right here.
Section A: Our Services
We offer one core package with a powerful optional add‑on. Simple, transparent, and fair.
Basic Package (Рукопись) – ₽150,000
Up to 150 pages (guide size, 6″×9″)
What’s included:
- Designed Book
- ISBN Number
- Full manuscript in your voice (based on our interviews)
- Professional cover design (one concept, two rounds of minor adjustments)
- One free revision of the complete draft
- Print‑ready PDF (correctly formatted, ready for)
- Source files (Word document, plus InDesign template if requested)
- Copyright transfer to you (signed agreement)
- Confidentiality agreement (NDA)
Extra pages: ₽1,000 per additional page beyond 150 pages.
The Basic Package is everything you need to hold your own book, with your name on the cover. 150,000 rubles is not only fair, but it is actually a highly competitive, budget-friendly deal for the client. When broken down across the Russian publishing market, our firm is charging near the absolute bottom floor of professional agency rates while offering high-value add-ons. we are effectively positioning our firm as an premium freelance collective rather than an expensive, out-of-reach corporate agency.
Flipbook Add‑on – +10% of total project cost
Example: For the Basic Package (₽150,000), the flipbook add‑on costs ₽15,000.
What you get:
- An interactive, page‑flipping version of your book (HTML5)
- Works on any device – desktop, tablet, mobile
- Can be embedded on your website or shared via a private link
- Great for sending to prospects or using as a lead magnet
The flipbook is not a replacement for your PDF. It is a powerful marketing tool that makes your book look instantly impressive.
Why Our Bundle is an Excellent Deal:
Our package includes three overhead costs that independent ghostwriters rarely provide, which completely justifies—and arguably undervalues—the 150,000 ₽ price tag:
- Cover Design Included: A professional book cover layout from a mid-tier local graphic designer costs anywhere from 10,000 ₽ to 25,000 ₽.
- Official ISBN Registration: Purchasing an individual International Standard Book Number (ISBN) and managing the mandatory legal deposit copies through the Russian Book Chamber (Российская книжная палата) costs around 5,000 ₽ to 10,000 ₽ in administrative fees and logistics.
- One Structural Edit Free: A comprehensive second-pass developmental edit usually commands 150 ₽ to 250 ₽ per 1,000 characters if outsourced separately (an extra 40,000 ₽+ in value).
Section B: The Process
We follow a systematic, step‑by‑step approach. You always know where we are.
Step | What happens |
1. Strategic interview | We schedule 3–5 deep‑dive calls. You share your stories, frameworks, and vision. We record (with your permission) and extract the core ideas. |
2. Outline approval | We send you a detailed chapter‑by‑chapter outline. You approve it or request changes. No writing begins until you are happy with the structure. |
3. Writing + client check‑in | We write the first draft. During this phase, we may send you sample chapters to ensure the voice is right. |
4. One free revision | You receive the complete draft. You have one round of revisions (changes to existing content). We implement your feedback. |
5. Final formatting & rights transfer | We professionally format the book, design the cover, and deliver the final PDF. You sign the Copyright Transfer Agreement. The book is yours. |
Need more than one revision? Additional revisions are billed at ₽4,000/hour. Typos and minor fixes are always free.
Frequently asked questions
What is included in the ₽150,000 Basic Package?
The Basic Package includes everything needed to produce a finished, professional manuscript:
- Ghostwriting (all interviews, writing, and one revision)
- Designed Book
- ISBN Number
- Professional cover design
- Formatting to guide size (6″×9″)
- Print‑ready PDF
- Source files
- Copyright transfer and NDA
The only thing not included is the flipbook add‑on (available for +10%).
Q: What if I need more than one revision?
A: Additional revisions beyond the first free round are billed at ₽4,000 per hour. Most clients use the free revision for final polishing; major structural changes are rare because we approve the outline first.
Q: Do you help with publishing and marketing?
A: Not directly. We focus on ghostwriting and production – we deliver a publish‑ready PDF. However, we can recommend trusted partners for Print‑on‑demand (physical copies) and Basic book launch strategies.
Q: How is confidentiality protected?
A: We do not publish client names or case studies without permission. All inquiries are confidential. Every client signs a legally binding Non‑Disclosure Agreement (NDA) before we receive any confidential information. We never share your name, manuscript, or any identifying details. Our portfolio contains only anonymised case studies.
Q: Do I keep the copyright and royalties?
A: 100% yes. The Copyright Transfer Agreement, signed upon final payment, gives you exclusive ownership of the book. We have no claim to future royalties, translations, or adaptations.
Q: Can you write in Russian?
A: Yes. Our Russian co‑founder manages all client communication and ensures the final text is flawless and natural for a Russian reader. You can choose Russian, English, or both (additional fees may apply for bilingual versions).
Q: What is the typical timeline?
A: From first interview to final delivery: minimum 10–12 weeks for a 150‑page book. Faster delivery may be possible for an additional fee – ask us.
Q: Why should a professional hire us?
A: Professionals hire us primarily to save time and elevate the quality of their public content. It allows experts to share their knowledge without needing to master the craft of writing. We turn rough ideas into polished, engaging, and grammatically perfect prose. Writing high-quality content takes hours. Outsourcing frees you to focus on your core business operations.
Q: Is ghostwriting legal?
A: Yes, ghostwriting writing is perfectly legal. Hiring us to write a book on your behalf is common and functions like any other legally binding contract for services. You own the rights to the content, and we receive payment for our work.
Q: Where is it legal and common?
A: We are regularly hired in the following fields:
Books and Publishing: Up to 60% of bestselling non-fiction books, autobiographies, and celebrity novels are custom-written. The client provides the ideas and expertise; we provide the structure and writing style.
Business and Profession: Executives regularly hire us to write analytical reports, blog posts, press releases, and annual reports. Most business coaches and professionals have achieved success after our services.
Politics: It's no secret that politicians and public figures use speechwriters.
Ready to become a published author?
How to get started
We have a very busy schedule and are not always available by phone. Please use one of the following channels:
- Contact a development partner – we are building a network of regional partners across Russia. They will answer your questions, discuss pricing, and help you choose the right package and also help you start your project.
- Send an email to basaatipublishers@gmail.com (allow up to 48 hours for a reply).
Basaati: The Ghostwriting Studio is a service of Basaati Publishers. Registered in Russia under the self-employed status of our co-founder.
