Footballers
At James Elizabeth Publishing, we work with clients from the world of football to create high-quality autobiographies that our readers love.
We offer a complete, end‑to‑end publishing service — or we can tailor a bespoke package to suit your schedule, your goals, and your preferred level of involvement.
Whether you’re ready to begin writing or simply exploring the idea, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.
If you’re considering telling your story, we’d be delighted to discuss how we can help bring it to life.
🏆 What we offer
Non‑disclosure agreement — complete confidentiality from day one
Interviews — structured, professional sessions to capture your voice and experiences
Ghostwriting — work with an experienced writer who brings your story to the page
Editing and layout — full editorial support and professional book design
Print, publishing and project management — we handle the entire process from manuscript to finished book
Softcover, hardback and e‑book formatsBespoke cover design
Full distribution — major UK bookstores and all leading online retailers
Generous royalties
Events management
Full marketing campaign — tailored to your audience and profile
Write with us
We’re always looking for talented ghostwriters to help bring sport’s greatest stories to life.
If you’re interested in writing for us, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV — highlighting any previously published work — along with a short sample of your writing.
Submission Guidelines
We are currently open for submissions.
Proposal Requirements
Please send us a clear proposal that includes: A brief synopsis (maximum 500 words) Two sample chapters Details of your writing experience How you plan to help promote the book
Genres We Publish
We specialise in autobiographies of footballers, club histories, and standout stories that capture unforgettable sporting moments.
However, we also welcome outstanding work in other genres, particularly projects with a strong voice, a compelling story, or a unique perspective.If your manuscript has impact, heart, and something meaningful to say, we’d love to consider it.
Response Times
Every submission is read by our team, and we aim to respond within 4–6 weeks. Due to the high volume of proposals we receive, we’re unable to provide individual feedback.