Derek Murphy is a well-known book coach with a PhD in literature who is an early adopter of using AI to enhance his creativity and writing process. Murphy believes that AI can’t, and won’t, replace good writers but will serve them to write better and be more productive.
Here’s how Murphy (and any fiction writer) can use AI to streamline the writing process the right way.
Embracing AI for Enhanced Creativity and Productivity
First let’s deal with the main issue – Murphy doesn’t publish AI-generated content which is why his books are still listed on Amazon and are still selling daily. Instead, Murphy uses AI tools as a writing assistant. He has them heavily streamline the editing and drafting processes.
Murphy also uses AI for developmental editing – a stage where raw manuscripts are refined into polished works. This helps maintain the author’s unique voice while speeding up the writing process.
4 Best Ways To Use AI For Your Book Writing
- Plot Development and Outlining
- AI-Assisted Plotting: Murphy uses AI to flesh out narratives. For writers who struggle with plotting, AI can suggest plot developments or outline entire stories based on established storytelling frameworks like Joseph Campbell’s Hero’s Journey or the three-act structure. It can also point out plot holes before they end up being lambasted on a subreddit thread.
- Drafting
- Speeding Up Drafting: AI can generate rough drafts based on outlines. This is especially useful for authors who find the drafting process overwhelming. By providing a structured draft, AI allows writers to focus more on refining and enhancing the narrative rather than building it from scratch.
- Editing and Refining
- Automated Proofreading: Tools like Grammarly and QuillBot help automate the correction of grammar and syntax errors. This alone can free up hours of your time that is better spent on writing.
- Developmental Editing: AI can offer suggestions for improving plot dynamics and character development, which are crucial for engaging storytelling. It can even help you get to know your characters on a deeper level, allowing you to expand them into three-dimensional people.
- Marketing and SEO
- Blogging and Online Content: Murphy uses AI for SEO and traffic generation to his blogs, enhancing his visibility online. AI tools are adept at identifying optimal keywords and generating SEO-friendly content, making them invaluable for digital marketing. Keep in mind that unless you’re using a service like AkzisAI, you’ll need to rewrite much of the AI generated blog content so it reads human. Google has decided that the only content that matters is helpful content and if it reads human, it’ll rank 200% better (and faster).
Using AI to Enhance Reader Engagement and Feedback
Every writer I know hates the feedback process, but what creative person enjoys getting dragged by people who are far less talented! Of course, as the talentless masses, we’re the ones who buy your book.
AI has changed how writers receive and implement feedback. Traditionally, feedback comes from editors or select readers and these days many authors tap into their social media base to find their first draft readers. But AI can simulate broader reader responses and they’re surprisingly accurate.
This instant feedback helps writers adjust their stories to better engage their audience. AI tools analyze potential reader engagement by predicting popular themes or plot points. This lets writers refine their work based on likely reader preferences, bridging the gap between solitary writing and public reception.
Surprisingly Uses of AkzisAI for Fiction Writers
AI’s role in writing is still expanding and will continue to do so. Right now, AkzisAI can read your completed manuscript and critique plot coherence, suggest richer character development, and even offer strategic edits. It’s all about helping you speed up the writing process, removing some of the overwhelm and giving you back some time.
A fiction writer who takes the time to learn AI will craft tighter narratives and more compelling characters. He or she will have fewer plot holes and nearly flawless flow from one paragraph to the next. And coming very soon (can’t speak for ChatGPT, only for AkzisAI) it’ll enable personalized editing advice that’s tailored to each writer’s style and weaknesses meaning, it’ll help hyper-target improvement in writing skills.
Ethical Considerations and the Democratization of Writing
The rise of AI in writing also brings forward ethical considerations. While AI levels the playing field in many ways, it does raise questions about originality and creativity, not to mention copyright.
Murphy believes that if the content satisfies the reader, the tools used to create it are secondary.
Tips and Hacks for Incorporating AI in Writing
- Start with AI for non-critical tasks: If you’re new to using AI, begin by integrating it for tasks like idea generation, character development, and initial drafts.
- Use AI to maintain your writing style: Advanced AI tools can adapt to your unique writing style, ensuring that the final product feels authentic.
- Leverage AI for repetitive tasks: Let AI handle repetitive tasks like proofreading and basic edits, so you can focus on the creative aspects of writing.
- Experiment with different tools: Each AI tool has strengths and weaknesses. Experiment with various tools to find the ones that best suit your writing and editing needs.
- Stay informed about ethical practices: As you integrate AI into your writing process, stay informed about the ethical implications and ensure your use of AI aligns with industry standards and reader expectations.
Derek Murphy’s successful use of AI in his writing is a helpful outline for authors and publishers looking to embrace new technologies to enhance their creative processes.
