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How to Write a Great Novel in the Age of AI

How do you get to have written a great novel? What, in fact, is the best way to get to that finished work of genius? And how much can AI do? Let’s look at some common bits of advice for aspiring writers.

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Can AI Improve AI?

Artificial intelligence (AI) is handy for generating acceptable text, especially when you lack the time or resources to produce custom-written prose.

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Why Can’t AI Just Do All of the Editing for Me?

TL;DR: Editing exists for a reason and it always will. AI editing is extraordinary. Even in April 2023, ChatGPT was already nailing it with a score of 15/17 on the Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading’s test.

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How to Improve Draftsmith’s Suggestions

Draftsmith makes revising your draft easier. But when you work with AI, it’s important to understand that the first suggestion won’t always be the best one. Here are a few tips to help improve the suggestions you get from Draftsmith so you can deliver better drafts more quickly.

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English: The Weirdest Language?

English is weird. From bewildering spelling to convoluted grammar, there are reasons why language professionals spend years unraveling its intricacies. Even Klingon, which obeys its own rules, may seem less confounding.

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The Complex Truth About AI and Language Professionals

The tech world is brimming with excitement about AI. The technology is fascinating and amazing and has incredible potential. Early adopters can’t stop talking about it. At Intelligent Editing, we’ve even produced our own AI product, Draftsmith.

But what does the average language professional think?

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What Is a Writing Refiner?

AI writing tools can create impressive first efforts, which can be a useful jumping-off point. However, like many writers, you may consider the act of drafting an essential part of your creative and cognitive workflow, preferring to pen the initial draft yourself. Either way, once you have that first draft, it’s time to start refining.

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The AI Cynic Who Released an AI Product

I’m still an AI cynic. Everyone should continue to push for transparency, fairness, and ethical practices in the development and use of AI. We must also be mindful of the potential social and economic impacts of AI, and work to address all of the popular misconceptions about what it is. From there, we can work to stop its misuse.

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You Can’t Unsee AI Editing

The first time I saw ChatGPT simplify some text, my jaw dropped wide open. I asked myself if editing would ever be the same again. I watched as ChatGPT simplified one sentence. Then ChatGPT converted another to plain English. The results were staggering.

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