Ghostwriter library

2022
Installation
Artist’s book, wood and steel bookshelf





This unusual bookshelf delves into the world of fiction and, more importantly, the people behind it. Sometimes writing under a pseudonym, other times for others, these authors are known as ghostwriters. Here, the artist has asked ten ghostwriters to contribute a short story about this invisible profession, from behind the scenes.

In these experimental, off-format editions, the many blank pages reflect the volume of texts written for others. As part of the exhibition opening, a signing session – a performance – was organised for ghostwriters who stepped out of the shadows for the first time.



CREDITS
Authors: Coralie Belair, Caroline Desvaux, Claire Ducène, Jari Enenpoel, 
Ansie Ehrke, Emilie Ghidalia, Benjamin Lesage, Guillaume Moingeon 
and Eléonore Sagehomme
Foreword: Philippe Goffe
Bookbinder: Corinne Clarysse
Technical expertise: Cambyse Naddaf
Translation: Paula Cook
With the support of
Programmes Mondes Nouveaux
Ministère de la culture
Plan de relance
EU Next Generation

© J.J. SEROL, L. Bandie, S.Roland



Stéphanie Roland Studio