Oscar Ghostwriting Reviews 

Paid over $11,000 to have my 65-page manuscript published. I was repeatedly assured throughout the process that issues would be fixed, but nothing changed. The book briefly appeared on Amazon with some sales, then was taken down by the company. They used this as leverage to demand even more money. The operation relies on fake names and employees calling from what they claim is a ‘new company’ after saying the previous team member was fired. They refuse to communicate by email or let me speak with management, leaving no paper trail. My savings were drained and they continue to pressure for payment. This is not a legitimate publishing service—it’s a scam designed to extract as much money as possible while delivering almost nothing. Avoid at all costs.”

One of the worst experience I have dealt with. This company quotes you a price to get you to sign a contract, then the hidden fees appear. Thousand of dollar later and your committed financially to get your book. Then when your book is finished their shipping fees are unbelievable. Do not consider working with Oscar Ghostwriting.

Bad experience trying to publish my first book.
I requested a full refund with the money back guarantee policy that was in my contract. There were several inconsistencies and negligence from the team that took my project. It was going more than 2 years from my initial contact and submittals. I had a lot of frustration and I wasted a lot of time on this, but I learned the whole process by myself and today my book is published in Amazon as "El tornado asesino y otros relatos". The "second project manager" that took my project was even worse than the first one, he never answered me in my last emails or anything related with this request. He only wanted me to spend more money. An awful time with Oscar Ghostwriters

They Won't Follow Through.. I dealt with them in July of 2025 for the last time. Several months earlier they gave me a contract that they would finish my book in 30 days. It took 9 months, they made over 35 errors, they assigned people who would fix one problem then mess up something else. They did not place my book on most of the platforms they promised to upload to. Delay after delay. All the while calling me and asking for money money for marketing they could not and did not perform. Now they are trying to block my review. I had to even call the city officials of La Palma, CA where they were supposedly located. City officials issued them a Cease and Desist. You can check that with the business division of La Palma, CA. Oscar did not refund the thousands of dollars they tried to take from me, but pretended they did the refund and then stopped answering my calls, text msgs and emails. These are the facts. Because of Oscar GW delays and excuses, I missed a pre-launch, several book signings and sales. Trustpilot will remove what they consider a "defamatory" review, but by law the truth being negative as the fault of Oscar GW is not defamation, it is just the truth and the facts. Defamation is based on negatives that are not true.

I am very happy to be associated with this site.

Be VERY CAREFUL/ this is also PHOENIX GHOSTWRITING. I got calls from both representatives and they interchanged the company names. THE WEBSITES LOOK THE SAME. Sister companies or the same company.

BE AWARE!!!! SCAM COMPANY

I appreciate the effort and quality of service. Well done!

complete scammers. they never did any of the work or even read my submissions. they immediately pressured to buy increased amount of “marketing”. they made fake profiles for “meetings” with “ fake managers”. absolutely scam.

I would put zero stars if I was able. I have been working with Oscar ghost writing on two books since October 2024 with a promise of having a book in 90 days. They have fabricated a $1200 outstanding invoice as the reason they have not completed my work. I have paid them $4800 and I do not have anything and they have since shut me out of my project because I am asking for a return of my money which I have in contract. I would not work with them under any circumstances I have been dealing with Jay Garcia, and Alex Marshall. Nothing they have told me has been true

Terrible service, I finally got to the cover design portion, and it’s only AI. Negotiating the cover art out of my contract would have saved me some money. It’s a useless service. I gave them my title, and they made one up, didn’t use mine. Garbage. Never EVER use them, please find a competitor. Their editing service cost me 500 dollars, and months later, I found a company offering the same for 300. They do nothing for premium service. Please take note that all the 5-star reviews only have one review and no profile picture. Do not believe them!

I am heartbroken and deeply disappointed with my experience working with this company. I signed a contract nearly a year ago to publish my children’s book, with the promise that the entire process would take 2–3 months. Instead, after 11 months, only 11 pages were completed, despite my constant communication, detailed feedback, and repeated efforts to move things forward.

The contract I signed clearly promised unlimited free revisions, timely delivery, and a full refund if deadlines were not met or I was dissatisfied with the work. All of those conditions were broken. I had to constantly remind the team of the same revisions, and still saw minimal progress.m and now being charged for it. The delays were endless and exhausting.

Even worse, they suddenly demanded an additional $500 months into the process for the revisions, something not listed anywhere in the original contract. I was never informed in advance, and they could not show any official contract stating that change. When I questioned this, I was told a refund “was not an option,” even though the signed contract guarantees a full refund under the exact circumstances I faced.

I’ve asked multiple times for a copy of this so-called “updated” contract, and they never sent it because it doesn’t exist it was just updated policies that I wasn’t informed about. Instead, I was emotionally pressured and made to feel like my only option was to give in or walk away empty-handed. Now they are refusing to refund the $1,000 I paid.

Publishing a book is supposed to be a proud, exciting process. But this was draining, discouraging, and felt manipulative. I am sharing my story so that no other aspiring author has to go through what I did. Please be cautious before signing anything with this company. They may say all the right things at first, but once they have your money, it’s a different story and it’s not the first time they’ve surprised me with other expenses. I went through so much with this company because I hoped and believed, but it only hurt me in the end.

What a scam! This had to be a foreign service posing as an American corp. Lousy Ai, ridiculous ideas, demands for more money. I am waiting for a promised partial refund and I am not counting on this until I see it in my account.

Beware of Oscar Ghostwriting: A Cautionary Tale for Aspiring Authors

I entered into an agreement with Oscar Ghostwriting, enticed by their promises of professionalism and timely delivery. However, my experience has been nothing short of a prolonged ordeal, marked by unmet commitments, unexpected charges, and a profound sense of betrayal.

Timeline of Events:

November 29-30, 2023: I made initial payments totaling $1,000 for ghostwriting services. The first writer assigned showed a lack of professionalism, producing only three irrelevant pages over a month.

January 4, 2024: At the behest of a second writer, Fiona Clark, I paid $3,750 for a marketing campaign and $3,612 for a social media awareness campaign. Shortly after securing these payments, Fiona became unresponsive, citing personal reasons, leaving the projects in limbo.

Subsequent Months: A third writer was assigned but lacked understanding of the project. Communications became sporadic, with the company sending repetitive emails without addressing the core issues.

Financial Impact:

In total, I invested $8,362 in services that remain undelivered. Despite their assurances, I have seen no tangible progress on my book or the associated marketing campaigns.

Psychological Harassment Through Redundant Communications

When I sought a refund, I was subjected to a barrage of redundant emails. Over several weeks, I received 12 emails, each stating that my case was under review and requesting an additional 1-2 business days. This repetitive correspondence felt like a tactic to delay and frustrate, adding to the emotional distress caused by their unprofessional conduct.

eg. of the emails

Feb 4
5:31PM
Feb 4 5:31PM

Albert James replied to this message
Hello Yzabel,

I hope this message finds you well.

The Head Department will be reviewing the Case. While, as mentioned, this is a timely process, I assure you that we are working to resolve your concern as quickly as possible. it will take 10 to 12 business working to get a reply from the Head Department.

If you have any questions or issues in the meantime, please feel free to contact me directly at the number below, and I’ll be happy to assist you.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Best regards,

Albert James

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Feb 28
10:56PM
Feb 28 10:56PM

Albert James replied to this message
Hello Yodith,

I hope this message finds you well.

I wanted to inform you that your case is currently under review by the Head Department. As mentioned before, this process may take some time, but please rest assured that we are working diligently to resolve your concern as swiftly as possible. You can expect to hear back from the Head Department within the next 1 business day.

Should you have any questions or need assistance in the meantime, please feel free to reach out to me directly. I’m more than happy to help.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Best regards,

Albert James

Message Details
Message: Refund Concern

Project: Yodith Gideon - #80026020

Company: Oscar Ghostwriting

Copied To: Support ., Nicholas Sparkes, Simon Walker, Rick Jordan, Francis Dias, Max Parker, Garryson Johnson, Ashton Robert, Yodith Gideon, Sylvester Alfred,
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Mar 11
10:22PM
Mar 11 10:22PM

Albert James wrote a new message
Hello Yodith,

I hope this message finds you well.

I wanted to update you on the status of your refund request. We’ve received a response from the Head department, and your case is now with the Refund Department for further investigation. I’m closely monitoring the situation and doing my best to expedite the process, though it must follow company rules and regulations.

Please note that the process will take 25 to 30 business days to complete. I truly appreciate your patience and understanding during this time.

If you have any further concerns or need assistance, feel free to contact me directly at 323-648-8848.

Conclusion:

My experience with Oscar Ghostwriting has been deeply disappointing and emotionally taxing. The combination of unprofessional behavior, financial exploitation, and psychological harassment has led me to share this cautionary tale. I urge others to thoroughly research and consider these experiences before engaging with Oscar Ghostwriting.

A Call to Action

I urge fellow authors and creators to steer clear of Oscar Ghostwriting. Their unethical practices and blatant disregard for their clients' well-being are unacceptable. If you've had a similar experience, let's unite and pursue legal action to hold them accountable. Together, we can prevent others from enduring the same ordeal.

Note: This review is based on my personal experience and is intended to inform and protect other potential victims.

The good reviews are part of the scam.

Oscar Ghostwriting touts a refund guarantee if you're not satisfied. Well, after giving them a try, I told them I wasn't satisfied 8 months ago and they still haven't given me my refund, even when I'm asking them every week about it. They keep lying to me about it being processed in hopes that I just go away and stop reaching out to them.

They are not US-based. All overseas. The "ghostwriter" I speak with isn't even an author like she claims. She just takes notes to send to the group of ghostwriters, and then poorly tries to upsell me on other services. On every call.

I'm sure their services work well for some people. But just know, if it doesn't work for you, you will NOT get your money back. Go with someone else with better business ethics. STAY AWAY FROM OSCAR GHOSTWRITING.

Very incompetent and low-caliber team! They will take your money and spin you around from team to team taking days, and months but have no idea how to understand the client's needs and how to finish the project! I requested to speak to the CEO's office, and they ran me around. It has been almost a year and they haven't even done a thing for it. Don't know if there is one!!! I tried to leave messages on the portal and the phone, but there was no reply. BE CAUTIOUS HIRING THEM!!!! I will NOT do business with them ever!!!!!! I NEED MY MONEY RETURNED ASAPPPPP!!!

Beware of Oscar Ghostwriting – Fake Reviews and Poor Service

I’ve been working with Oscar Ghostwriting since March, hoping they’d help me bring my book to life. It’s now November, and they’ve barely finished Chapter 3—and that’s after I did most of the writing myself. They have no idea what they’re doing, and their reviews are fake. I had someone investigate, and there are many complaints online about their misleading practices.

They’ve assigned me over eight different "writers," but most of them are just agents who call at odd hours, pushing for more payments for "marketing" without delivering any real progress. They refuse to show past client work, claiming confidentiality, which now seems like an excuse.

They drag out the process deliberately because they know after 60 days, it’s too late to file a dispute. A genuine writer would take the time to understand the story, get into the client’s shoes, and build on their experiences. But here, there’s no continuity, no creativity, and they don’t even keep track of previous notes.

Run far away from these people! They’re stringing clients along, taking money without delivering quality or legitimate results. Save yourself the stress, time, and money.

Avoid this company at all costs! They advertise cheap services but quickly add hidden fees. The employees are untrustworthy, using fake names and constantly changing phone numbers. I lost 30!K and didn’t receive what I paid for. It’s clear that their reviews are fake. Do yourself a favor and steer clear of this fraud.

Terrible! Buyer beware. Completed substandard work by their own admission and then only refunded half my money. Project was only beginning and they had multiple issues with completion my project. Late appts, terrible cover designs, rude staff writer, peesteed me for a day with close to 50 text messages to get me to come back after I stated I wanted a refund. Essentially, they got half the money for 5% satisfactory work.

I cannot emphasize enough how important it is to avoid this company at all costs. My experience with them has been nothing short of a nightmare, and I feel compelled to share my story to prevent others from falling into the same trap.

From the beginning, the company was incredibly pushy about getting my business. As someone who has worked in sales, I understood the hustle and didn't think much of it. I paid $4,950 for a book with their "Best Seller Package," which was supposed to include everything from writing and book cover design to publishing and distribution. I wanted the best for my project and was willing to pay for it. However, what followed was nothing but a series of red flags and disappointments.

Three weeks after making the initial payment, I was hit with an unexpected fee of $2,250 for distribution. This was alarming, but I chose to believe it would be beneficial in the long run. My concerns grew during the next call when the person assigned to help me started asking about my life story, assuming my book was a memoir. I repeatedly clarified that it was fiction with a well-developed plot, but they seemed intent on pushing their own narrative.

When I received the first outline, it was clear they had not listened to a word I said. The outline was nonsense, trying to force my story into a memoir format. Frustrated, I took matters into my own hands, rewriting the outline to match my vision. Yet, when I received the prologue, it was as if AI had written it—completely off the mark and not aligned with my requirements.

Weeks went by, and the so-called "writer" kept stalling, wanting to discuss chapters 1-2, despite me having already provided detailed directions. It was clear they were not following my outline or respecting my creative direction.

The final straw came when the "Publishing Department" called, asking for another $1,250 to begin the publishing process—a service that was supposedly included in the initial package. They even suggested I create fake profiles to post reviews of my book to boost sales. This unethical request was the last red flag I needed to pull the plug.

When I tried to dispute the charges, they refused to provide a refund, despite a contract promising a 100% money-back guarantee if unsatisfied. The situation escalated, and I had to involve my lawyer and bank. Since then, the company has been harassing me, urging me to drop the proceedings and promising to return my money.

Long story short, this company is a scam. They are more interested in squeezing money out of you than delivering quality work. Learn from my experience and do not trust the fake reviews or their empty promises. Save yourself the stress, money, and time !!!!!!