| | | Story Planner NewsletterIssue #2 - Feb 19th 2025 |
Artificial intelligence is no longer science fiction or a distant promise—it’s here, and it’s here to stay. Like it or not, writers will also have to decide how to engage with it in the coming years. The key? Making the most of it without falling into unnecessary drama. I know this topic sparks debate, especially when it comes to creativity and copyright. In this newsletter, I’m sharing a couple of articles that might help you see things from a broader perspective. Maybe AI isn’t as threatening as it seems, or maybe we don’t fully understand it yet. But one thing is clear: we are in a moment of change. And change, though unsettling, always brings new opportunities. "The true measure of a writer is the ability to imagine freely; to let his mind roam where it will." — Philip K. Dick | |
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| NEWS & RESOURCESExploring the Impact of AI on Fiction WritingAuthor K.M. Weiland shares some interesting reflections in this blog post, where she discusses the current controversy surrounding AI in relation to the future of writing. We are clearly in a moment of change that brings both excitement and fear. The questions she raises in this post and the conclusions she reaches are some of the most insightful I’ve read so far. If you’re concerned about how this new technology might impact the publishing world, you should definitely read it. 🔗 helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com | |
| Think AI Is Bad for Authors? The Worst Is Yet to ComeIn line with the previous article, Mike Trigg shares an insightful reflection in Writer’s Digest on why authors should be concerned about AI—and it’s not for the reasons most people think. Trigg also brings firsthand expertise to the topic, as he has been the founder and executive at multiple AI-based software startups. 🔗 writersdigest.com | |
| BOOKS FOR WRITERSStructure Your Novel with K.M. WeilandSince I’ve already mentioned author K.M. Weiland and her article, I’d like to take this opportunity to recommend one of her books for writers. She has many, and they’re all worth reading, but this one was among the first I read years ago, and I still use techniques from it today. It’s called Structuring Your Novel: Essential Keys for Writing an Outstanding Story, and it’s a must-read. 🔗 Get it on amazon.com | |
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| AND FINALLY...A Little Humor!Since this newsletter covers some serious and thought-provoking topics, let’s wrap it up with a bit of humor—because sometimes, laughter is the best way to take life a little less seriously. So here’s a comic strip by Debbie Ohi about procrastination. I’ve been there many times, and I’d bet you have too! | |
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