How did Sai Baba instruct his life story to be documented, and what was the author's specific role in that process?

Sai Baba explained that for his stories to be written, the author must first dissolve their ego and surrender it completely at his feet. As described in Chapter 2, Baba stated that the author was merely a pretext or instrument. He promised, "I myself shall write my own story!" This illustrates that the true author is Sai Baba, who enters the devotee with 'I-ness' once their personal ego is gone. He assured that to one who acts this way, he would provide his full assistance, not just for the book, but in all aspects of their life. The process required the author to engage in hearing, reflecting, and writing, with the core understanding that the work is ultimately accomplished by the One to whom it belongs.