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	<title>Robot Reporters Need Not Apply: A Journalist&#8217;s Stand</title>
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	<description><![CDATA[Authors &#38; AI SeriesRobot Reporters Need Not Apply:A Journalist&#8217;s Stand We&#8217;ve been looking at how AI chatbots have been upending fiction writing, but how about in news media? Today we talk with former Wired writer and freelance science journalist Ramin Skibba about the issues that chatbots, as well as business models based on new technologies,...]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Authors &#38; AI SeriesRobot Reporters Need Not Apply:A Journalist&#8217;s Stand We&#8217;ve been looking at how AI chatbots have been upending fiction writing, but how about in news media? Today we talk with former Wired writer and freelance science jou]]></itunes:subtitle>
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	<title>Teaching Kids to Write in the Age of ChatGPT</title>
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	<description><![CDATA[Authors &#38; AI SeriesTeaching Kids to Write in the Age of ChatGPT What if chatbots result in the next generation never learning to write? It&#8217;s a doomsday scenario that we keep coming back to in our series on AI writing tools. If AI can craft essays and compose emails instantly, why would kids bother mastering...]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Authors &#38; AI SeriesTeaching Kids to Write in the Age of ChatGPT What if chatbots result in the next generation never learning to write? It&#8217;s a doomsday scenario that we keep coming back to in our series on AI writing tools. If AI can craft essa]]></itunes:subtitle>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[Authors &#38; AI SeriesTeaching Kids to Write in the Age of ChatGPT What if chatbots result in the next generation never learning to write? It&#8217;s a doomsday scenario that we keep coming back to in our series on AI writing tools. If AI can craft essays and compose emails instantly, why would kids bother mastering...]]></content:encoded>
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	<title>AI and Your Manuscript: Editor Kristen Tate&#8217;s Honest Take</title>
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	<description><![CDATA[In our quest to cover the mind-blowing benefits AND the nightmare scenarios that AI chatbots are unleashing on the writing world, we called in friend-of-the-podcast and editor Kristen Tate to find out if she's using AI in her work. 

The answer? It depends entirely on her clients' wishes—and a few hard lines she refuses to cross. But this isn't just about ethics (though we go there). Kristen gets into the nitty-gritty technical stuff: what chatbots absolutely nail, what they're garbage at, and her brilliant hack for wrangling conference notes that'll make you wonder why you didn't think of it first. Plus, she's got some hard truths for authors who are way too eager to let AI do their editing dirty work. 

If you're an indie writer or just need some tips to polish your work, this is the episode for you.

Remember, we have a Writers Process meetup every Wednesday. Check us out.]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[In our quest to cover the mind-blowing benefits AND the nightmare scenarios that AI chatbots are unleashing on the writing world, we called in friend-of-the-podcast and editor Kristen Tate to find out if shes using AI in her work. 

The answer? It depend]]></itunes:subtitle>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[In our quest to cover the mind-blowing benefits AND the nightmare scenarios that AI chatbots are unleashing on the writing world, we called in friend-of-the-podcast and editor Kristen Tate to find out if she's using AI in her work. 

The answer? It depends entirely on her clients' wishes—and a few hard lines she refuses to cross. But this isn't just about ethics (though we go there). Kristen gets into the nitty-gritty technical stuff: what chatbots absolutely nail, what they're garbage at, and her brilliant hack for wrangling conference notes that'll make you wonder why you didn't think of it first. Plus, she's got some hard truths for authors who are way too eager to let AI do their editing dirty work. 

If you're an indie writer or just need some tips to polish your work, this is the episode for you.

Remember, we have a Writers Process meetup every Wednesday. Check us out.]]></content:encoded>
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The answer? It depends entirely on her clients' wishes—and a few hard lines she refuses to cross. But this isn't just about ethics (though we go there). Kristen gets into the nitty-gritty technical stuff: what chatbots absolutely nail, what they're garbage at, and her brilliant hack for wrangling conference notes that'll make you wonder why you didn't think of it first. Plus, she's got some hard truths for authors who are way too eager to let AI do their editing dirty work. 

If you're an indie writer or just need some tips to polish your work, this is the episode for you.

Remember, we have a Writers Process meetup every Wednesday. Check us out.]]></itunes:summary>
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	<title>What&#8217;s Really Happening When AI Writes? An Interview with Bill Moore</title>
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	<description><![CDATA[We've been putting AI chatbots through creative writing challenges, but what are these systems actually doing when they write?

In this episode, we bring in AI expert Bill Moore. Bill works with AI on the coding side, so we had him apply his technical know-how to literary prompts - including crafting the opening of a bestselling fantasy novel. Along the way, we dive into the thorny ethics of building and using AI systems.

Perfect for non-tech folks who want to understand what's happening under the hood.

Remember, we have a Writers Process meetup every Wednesday. Check us out.]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Weve been putting AI chatbots through creative writing challenges, but what are these systems actually doing when they write?

In this episode, we bring in AI expert Bill Moore. Bill works with AI on the coding side, so we had him apply his technical kno]]></itunes:subtitle>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[We've been putting AI chatbots through creative writing challenges, but what are these systems actually doing when they write?

In this episode, we bring in AI expert Bill Moore. Bill works with AI on the coding side, so we had him apply his technical know-how to literary prompts - including crafting the opening of a bestselling fantasy novel. Along the way, we dive into the thorny ethics of building and using AI systems.

Perfect for non-tech folks who want to understand what's happening under the hood.

Remember, we have a Writers Process meetup every Wednesday. Check us out.]]></content:encoded>
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Perfect for non-tech folks who want to understand what's happening under the hood.

Remember, we have a Writers Process meetup every Wednesday. Check us out.]]></itunes:summary>
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	<title>Not Your Usual Words to Write By: The AI Podcasting Challenge</title>
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	<description><![CDATA[Is nothing sacred? After exploring how AI might steal our writing jobs, we're now testing whether these digital usurpers can replicate our podcasting chemistry too. Google's NotebookLM claims to transform documents into conversations between virtual "hosts," setting up the perfect showdown with our human-led book discussion format. 

For this AI vs. human battle royale, we revisit our podcast roots with James Gardner's "The Art of Fiction," specifically tackling that mind-exploding (and not in a good way) final chapter on plot. With words like “profluence” and “picaresque” not to mentions some painfully retrograde sexual politics, this chapter is a doozy. 

Listen as we compare the artificial hosts' takes with our own snarky comments (er…insights) and decide for yourself: can cold, calculating algorithms somehow make Gardner's impenetrable prose not just comprehensible, but actually entertaining? (Spoiler: the results will surprise you.)

Remember, we have a Writers Process meetup every Wednesday. Check us out.]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Is nothing sacred? After exploring how AI might steal our writing jobs, were now testing whether these digital usurpers can replicate our podcasting chemistry too. Googles NotebookLM claims to transform documents into conversations between virtual hosts,]]></itunes:subtitle>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[Is nothing sacred? After exploring how AI might steal our writing jobs, we're now testing whether these digital usurpers can replicate our podcasting chemistry too. Google's NotebookLM claims to transform documents into conversations between virtual "hosts," setting up the perfect showdown with our human-led book discussion format. 

For this AI vs. human battle royale, we revisit our podcast roots with James Gardner's "The Art of Fiction," specifically tackling that mind-exploding (and not in a good way) final chapter on plot. With words like “profluence” and “picaresque” not to mentions some painfully retrograde sexual politics, this chapter is a doozy. 

Listen as we compare the artificial hosts' takes with our own snarky comments (er…insights) and decide for yourself: can cold, calculating algorithms somehow make Gardner's impenetrable prose not just comprehensible, but actually entertaining? (Spoiler: the results will surprise you.)

Remember, we have a Writers Process meetup every Wednesday. Check us out.]]></content:encoded>
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For this AI vs. human battle royale, we revisit our podcast roots with James Gardner's "The Art of Fiction," specifically tackling that mind-exploding (and not in a good way) final chapter on plot. With words like “profluence” and “picaresque” not to mentions some painfully retrograde sexual politics, this chapter is a doozy. 

Listen as we compare the artificial hosts' takes with our own snarky comments (er…insights) and decide for yourself: can cold, calculating algorithms somehow make Gardner's impenetrable prose not just comprehensible, but actually entertaining? (Spoiler: the results will surprise you.)

Remember, we have a Writers Process meetup every Wednesday. Check us out.]]></itunes:summary>
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	<title>AI &#038; Authorship: Where&#8217;s the Line?</title>
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	<pubDate>Wed, 16 Apr 2025 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[We've explored AI as brainstorming allies, critique partners, and research assistants. Now we're tackling the most contentious question: should writers use AI in the actual writing process? Not the "generate a novel in a week" approach (both ethically dubious and creatively hollow), but rather using AI as an editor whose word and phrasing suggestions you might incorporate into your novel. Is this approach effective? And even if it is, is it ethical?

Join us as we navigate these thorny questions at the intersection of creativity and technology.

Remember, we have a Writers Process meetup every Wednesday. Check us out.]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Weve explored AI as brainstorming allies, critique partners, and research assistants. Now were tackling the most contentious question: should writers use AI in the actual writing process? Not the generate a novel in a week approach (both ethically dubiou]]></itunes:subtitle>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[We've explored AI as brainstorming allies, critique partners, and research assistants. Now we're tackling the most contentious question: should writers use AI in the actual writing process? Not the "generate a novel in a week" approach (both ethically dubious and creatively hollow), but rather using AI as an editor whose word and phrasing suggestions you might incorporate into your novel. Is this approach effective? And even if it is, is it ethical?

Join us as we navigate these thorny questions at the intersection of creativity and technology.

Remember, we have a Writers Process meetup every Wednesday. Check us out.]]></content:encoded>
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	<itunes:summary><![CDATA[We've explored AI as brainstorming allies, critique partners, and research assistants. Now we're tackling the most contentious question: should writers use AI in the actual writing process? Not the "generate a novel in a week" approach (both ethically dubious and creatively hollow), but rather using AI as an editor whose word and phrasing suggestions you might incorporate into your novel. Is this approach effective? And even if it is, is it ethical?

Join us as we navigate these thorny questions at the intersection of creativity and technology.

Remember, we have a Writers Process meetup every Wednesday. Check us out.]]></itunes:summary>
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	<title>Beyond the Book: AI Solutions for Author Marketing</title>
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	<pubDate>Wed, 09 Apr 2025 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[Can AI truly enhance your creativity without taking over? Our previous episodes left us wondering, but in this episode of “Words to Write by,” we interview educator Kate Scott of the “AI for Squishy Humans” newsletter who offers some refreshing answers.

Kate reveals her practical framework for taming AI’s “enthusiastic toddler” tendencies and transforming it into a genuine creative partner. Drawing from her own experience with her just-published indie fantasy novel, Kate demonstrates how she leverages AI for targeted marketing strategies and discovering innovative ways to connect with potential readers. She shares unexpected ways AI can serve writers beyond just generating content—from personalized writing coaches to creative problem-solving tools that actually strengthen your unique voice.

If you’ve been curious but cautious about AI in your creative process, this conversation with Kate on “Words to Write by” explores approachable methods for conquering blank page syndrome and organizational hurdles that might be exactly what you need to hear.

Remember, we have a Writers Process meetup every Wednesday. Check us out.]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Can AI truly enhance your creativity without taking over? Our previous episodes left us wondering, but in this episode of “Words to Write by,” we interview educator Kate Scott of the “AI for Squishy Humans” newsletter who offers some refreshing answers.
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	<content:encoded><![CDATA[Can AI truly enhance your creativity without taking over? Our previous episodes left us wondering, but in this episode of “Words to Write by,” we interview educator Kate Scott of the “AI for Squishy Humans” newsletter who offers some refreshing answers.

Kate reveals her practical framework for taming AI’s “enthusiastic toddler” tendencies and transforming it into a genuine creative partner. Drawing from her own experience with her just-published indie fantasy novel, Kate demonstrates how she leverages AI for targeted marketing strategies and discovering innovative ways to connect with potential readers. She shares unexpected ways AI can serve writers beyond just generating content—from personalized writing coaches to creative problem-solving tools that actually strengthen your unique voice.

If you’ve been curious but cautious about AI in your creative process, this conversation with Kate on “Words to Write by” explores approachable methods for conquering blank page syndrome and organizational hurdles that might be exactly what you need to hear.

Remember, we have a Writers Process meetup every Wednesday. Check us out.]]></content:encoded>
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	<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Can AI truly enhance your creativity without taking over? Our previous episodes left us wondering, but in this episode of “Words to Write by,” we interview educator Kate Scott of the “AI for Squishy Humans” newsletter who offers some refreshing answers.

Kate reveals her practical framework for taming AI’s “enthusiastic toddler” tendencies and transforming it into a genuine creative partner. Drawing from her own experience with her just-published indie fantasy novel, Kate demonstrates how she leverages AI for targeted marketing strategies and discovering innovative ways to connect with potential readers. She shares unexpected ways AI can serve writers beyond just generating content—from personalized writing coaches to creative problem-solving tools that actually strengthen your unique voice.

If you’ve been curious but cautious about AI in your creative process, this conversation with Kate on “Words to Write by” explores approachable methods for conquering blank page syndrome and organizational hurdles that might be exactly what you need to hear.

Remember, we have a Writers Process meetup every Wednesday. Check us out.]]></itunes:summary>
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	<title>Harnessing AI Without Losing Your Voice: A Talk with Kate Scott</title>
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	<description><![CDATA[Can AI truly enhance your creativity without taking over? Our previous episodes left us wondering, but in this episode of “Words to Write by,” we interview educator Kate Scott of the “AI for Squishy Humans” newsletter who offers some refreshing answers.

Kate reveals her practical framework for taming AI’s “enthusiastic toddler” tendencies and transforming it into a genuine creative partner. Drawing from her own experience with her just-published indie fantasy novel, Kate demonstrates how she leverages AI for targeted marketing strategies and discovering innovative ways to connect with potential readers. She shares unexpected ways AI can serve writers beyond just generating content—from personalized writing coaches to creative problem-solving tools that actually strengthen your unique voice.

If you’ve been curious but cautious about AI in your creative process, this conversation with Kate on “Words to Write by” explores approachable methods for conquering blank page syndrome and organizational hurdles that might be exactly what you need to hear.

Remember, we have a Writers Process meetup every Wednesday. Check us out.]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Can AI truly enhance your creativity without taking over? Our previous episodes left us wondering, but in this episode of “Words to Write by,” we interview educator Kate Scott of the “AI for Squishy Humans” newsletter who offers some refreshing answers.
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	<content:encoded><![CDATA[Can AI truly enhance your creativity without taking over? Our previous episodes left us wondering, but in this episode of “Words to Write by,” we interview educator Kate Scott of the “AI for Squishy Humans” newsletter who offers some refreshing answers.

Kate reveals her practical framework for taming AI’s “enthusiastic toddler” tendencies and transforming it into a genuine creative partner. Drawing from her own experience with her just-published indie fantasy novel, Kate demonstrates how she leverages AI for targeted marketing strategies and discovering innovative ways to connect with potential readers. She shares unexpected ways AI can serve writers beyond just generating content—from personalized writing coaches to creative problem-solving tools that actually strengthen your unique voice.

If you’ve been curious but cautious about AI in your creative process, this conversation with Kate on “Words to Write by” explores approachable methods for conquering blank page syndrome and organizational hurdles that might be exactly what you need to hear.

Remember, we have a Writers Process meetup every Wednesday. Check us out.]]></content:encoded>
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	<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Can AI truly enhance your creativity without taking over? Our previous episodes left us wondering, but in this episode of “Words to Write by,” we interview educator Kate Scott of the “AI for Squishy Humans” newsletter who offers some refreshing answers.

Kate reveals her practical framework for taming AI’s “enthusiastic toddler” tendencies and transforming it into a genuine creative partner. Drawing from her own experience with her just-published indie fantasy novel, Kate demonstrates how she leverages AI for targeted marketing strategies and discovering innovative ways to connect with potential readers. She shares unexpected ways AI can serve writers beyond just generating content—from personalized writing coaches to creative problem-solving tools that actually strengthen your unique voice.

If you’ve been curious but cautious about AI in your creative process, this conversation with Kate on “Words to Write by” explores approachable methods for conquering blank page syndrome and organizational hurdles that might be exactly what you need to hear.

Remember, we have a Writers Process meetup every Wednesday. Check us out.]]></itunes:summary>
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	<title>Brave New Feedback: When your Critique Partner is a Chatbot</title>
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	<description><![CDATA[Submitting work to your first workshop or critique group is nerve-wracking – these aren’t your supportive friends or family, but strangers with opinions. Yet honest feedback is the lifeblood of growth for writers. The problem? Workshops are expensive, inflexible, and the quality of feedback varies wildly.

What if you could get thoughtful critique on your terms, anytime day or night? 

That’s the promise of AI writing assistants. In this episode, Renee is the guinea pig as she submits a chapter draft from her memoir to Claude and compares its insights against feedback she previously received from human critics.

The results? According to Claude, they are “Surprising, illuminating, and potentially game-changing for writers everywhere.” We’ll let you be the judge of that. 

Remember, we have a Writers Process meetup every Wednesday. Check us out.]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Submitting work to your first workshop or critique group is nerve-wracking – these aren’t your supportive friends or family, but strangers with opinions. Yet honest feedback is the lifeblood of growth for writers. The problem? Workshops are expensive, in]]></itunes:subtitle>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[Submitting work to your first workshop or critique group is nerve-wracking – these aren’t your supportive friends or family, but strangers with opinions. Yet honest feedback is the lifeblood of growth for writers. The problem? Workshops are expensive, inflexible, and the quality of feedback varies wildly.

What if you could get thoughtful critique on your terms, anytime day or night? 

That’s the promise of AI writing assistants. In this episode, Renee is the guinea pig as she submits a chapter draft from her memoir to Claude and compares its insights against feedback she previously received from human critics.

The results? According to Claude, they are “Surprising, illuminating, and potentially game-changing for writers everywhere.” We’ll let you be the judge of that. 

Remember, we have a Writers Process meetup every Wednesday. Check us out.]]></content:encoded>
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	<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Submitting work to your first workshop or critique group is nerve-wracking – these aren’t your supportive friends or family, but strangers with opinions. Yet honest feedback is the lifeblood of growth for writers. The problem? Workshops are expensive, inflexible, and the quality of feedback varies wildly.

What if you could get thoughtful critique on your terms, anytime day or night? 

That’s the promise of AI writing assistants. In this episode, Renee is the guinea pig as she submits a chapter draft from her memoir to Claude and compares its insights against feedback she previously received from human critics.

The results? According to Claude, they are “Surprising, illuminating, and potentially game-changing for writers everywhere.” We’ll let you be the judge of that. 

Remember, we have a Writers Process meetup every Wednesday. Check us out.]]></itunes:summary>
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	<title>Brainstorming with Bots: The Ethics of AI-Assisted Creativity</title>
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	<description><![CDATA[Can writers harness AI ethically without surrendering the soul of their craft? In our provocative new mini-series, we’re not just theorizing about AI’s role in creative writing—we’re putting it to the test.

Picture this: You’re staring at a blank page. Your protagonist is trapped, your love interests are stubbornly avoiding each other, or your climactic scene lacks the perfect setup. We’ve all been there. Could AI be the brainstorming partner that breaks through these creative walls?

To find out, we challenged Claude (our AI of choice) with a classic writing exercise from John Gardner’s The Art of Fiction. The results? Let’s just say they left us speechless—and not for the reasons you might expect.

Whether you’re an AI skeptic, enthusiast, or simply curious about the future of storytelling, this episode is for you.

Tune in to discover if AI truly empowers the creative process—or if it’s leading writers down a dangerous path.

Remember, we have a Writers Process meetup every Wednesday. Check us out.]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Can writers harness AI ethically without surrendering the soul of their craft? In our provocative new mini-series, we’re not just theorizing about AI’s role in creative writing—we’re putting it to the test.

Picture this: You’re staring at a blank page. ]]></itunes:subtitle>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[Can writers harness AI ethically without surrendering the soul of their craft? In our provocative new mini-series, we’re not just theorizing about AI’s role in creative writing—we’re putting it to the test.

Picture this: You’re staring at a blank page. Your protagonist is trapped, your love interests are stubbornly avoiding each other, or your climactic scene lacks the perfect setup. We’ve all been there. Could AI be the brainstorming partner that breaks through these creative walls?

To find out, we challenged Claude (our AI of choice) with a classic writing exercise from John Gardner’s The Art of Fiction. The results? Let’s just say they left us speechless—and not for the reasons you might expect.

Whether you’re an AI skeptic, enthusiast, or simply curious about the future of storytelling, this episode is for you.

Tune in to discover if AI truly empowers the creative process—or if it’s leading writers down a dangerous path.

Remember, we have a Writers Process meetup every Wednesday. Check us out.]]></content:encoded>
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	<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Can writers harness AI ethically without surrendering the soul of their craft? In our provocative new mini-series, we’re not just theorizing about AI’s role in creative writing—we’re putting it to the test.

Picture this: You’re staring at a blank page. Your protagonist is trapped, your love interests are stubbornly avoiding each other, or your climactic scene lacks the perfect setup. We’ve all been there. Could AI be the brainstorming partner that breaks through these creative walls?

To find out, we challenged Claude (our AI of choice) with a classic writing exercise from John Gardner’s The Art of Fiction. The results? Let’s just say they left us speechless—and not for the reasons you might expect.

Whether you’re an AI skeptic, enthusiast, or simply curious about the future of storytelling, this episode is for you.

Tune in to discover if AI truly empowers the creative process—or if it’s leading writers down a dangerous path.

Remember, we have a Writers Process meetup every Wednesday. Check us out.]]></itunes:summary>
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