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August 7 question - Do you use AI in your writing and if so how? Do you use it for your posts? Incorporate it into your stories? Use it for research? Audio?
I just uploaded a new book cover to Amazon and updated the book description and metadata for my book for middle school girls this weekend. The Big A asked how much AI I used in the book's content. I used Grammarly and MS Editor which are considered AI content. Please let me know if that is incorrect.
UPDATE: I looked up the information about declaring in the book set-up how much AI used. Here is what I found at the KDP guidelines site.--If you created the content yourself, and used AI-based tools to edit, refine, error-check, or otherwise improve that content (whether text or images), you do not need to disclose the use of AI-asssisted content. KDP Help Page
You are not required to disclose AI-assisted content. We distinguish between AI-generated and AI-assisted content as follows:
- AI-generated: We define AI-generated content as text, images, or translations created by an AI-based tool. If you used an AI-based tool to create the actual content (whether text, images, or translations), it is considered "AI-generated," even if you applied substantial edits afterwards.
- AI-assisted: If you created the content yourself, and used AI-based tools to edit, refine, error-check, or otherwise improve that content (whether text or images), then it is considered "AI-assisted" and not “AI-generated.” Similarly, if you used an AI-based tool to brainstorm and generate ideas, but ultimately created the text or images yourself, this is also considered "AI-assisted" and not “AI-generated.” It is not necessary to inform us of the use of such tools or processes.
For the first time, I used AI to write my book description. I asked to use casual, enthusiastic, informative styles, and a description for a 10-year-old girl reader. Yes, four versions. I spent as much time laboring over the AI descriptions as I would have if I had just written my own!
The first 3 were similar, but the description for the 10-year-old reader was different and fun. I re-wrote the casual one for the paperback book and used the one for the 10-year-old girl in the eBook description.
I always wonder if I should market to the girls or the parents and teachers. (Moms, Dads, and teachers control the cash.) What are your thoughts on this?
I have used AI for ideas/topics for a book. I found it the most helpful in that situation. I do not believe in using AI for creative writing. The words should flow from the heart to the pen not from a robot to the screen.
We all need more positivity in our lives. For me, that positive moment was yesterday when I saw my new book cover for Girls Succeed already on the sales page on Sunday when I had just uploaded it on Saturday! Thanks, Amazon!! Because of their quick response, I can start my sales for Girls Succeed earlier than I planned! Hooray!!
I visited the A+ content for the book because I had to change the book cover. Hmmm...I thought it would be no problem editing the 4 modules there. But, I was wrong. I cannot get the changes I made saved. But I am not going to let that negative ruin my positive!
Have you had experience with editing the A+ content on amazon? Please leave a comment below. Thank you.
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Girls Succeed: Stories Behind the Careers of Successful Women
Back-to-School Campaign August 6-August 17
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Girls Succeed: Stories Behind the Careers of Successful Women Back-to-School Campaign for Middle School Girls August 6-August 17
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AI book description for the eBook written to attract a 10-year-old girl:
Open Girls Succeed: Stories Behind the Careers of Successful
Women, a book that's like a magic window into the future! Duck through
the window and join the sixteen amazing women who followed their dreams to
become leaders in their chosen careers. They stood on Olympic podiums with
medals shining around their necks, found the key to destroying diseases, and even
made people laugh until their tummies hurt! Each story is a sparkly gem of
wisdom showing you how to keep going even when obstacles look like mountains.
And guess what? There's a fun part of the book just for you! It's
packed with cool projects and big ideas about being unique, following your
passion, and being a trailblazer. So, whether you dream of cooking up a storm,
painting a masterpiece, or being a star in a courtroom, Girls Succeed will take
you on the journeys to learn how these amazing women made their dreams come true.
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20 comments:
Like the new cover.
No idea if those officially qualify as AI. Maybe Amazon needs to be more specific with their definition.
That's a cute cover. And I like the blurb that Al helped you write.
Thank you. I always wonder why they ask that question. I don't believe the results are revealed to the reader.
I like describing it as cute! The blurb is a much different tone than the one for the print book aimed at parents and teachers.
A+ Content is a pain to deal with. I wouldn't count Grammarly or anything like that as AI though.
Marketing MG is a challenge. I always ask myself, "Who's buying this book?" Maybe an eight-year-old, but probably the mom or dad. Sheesh. Good question.
Such a cute cover!
I LOVE your cover!! So positive and filled with fun. I, too, am leery of turning my work over to artificial editing (the real thing was hard enough!). The few times I've done it was more exasperating than helpful.
I don't think programs like Grammarly are considered AI content.
Best wishes for your book's success!
I finally removed 2 of the modules, but was able to delete the old book cover and replace it with my new one! I will not add anymore modules. I wonder if there has been a study as to how effective A+ content is in improving sales. Thanks for stopping in.
Yes, I decided it's the mom or dad. LOL...Especially nonfiction books. Thanks
Thank you. My granddaughter chose this one. She is now 15 and told me MG girls would like this one.
Indeed! Especially when AI doesn't find there instead of their and so many other hiccups. Thanks for stopping in.
Thanks, Melissa. I've always included grammarly, but have never had any feedback on it. I think I'll go ahead and ask support.
I like the way you explained the difference between AI generated and AI assisted.
It is fascinating to learn about the path girls take to succeed. Each girl/woman at the olympics has a story to tell. Parents and adults play such an important role in their success. But many kids success inspite of their parents.
I think using it as you do--to assist in your marketing--is a lot different from passing AI's work off as your own. I don't care if you borrowed from AI. I do care if AI stole someone else's work and didn't give credit. Hmm...
She chose wisely:0) See ya Friday:)
Hi JQ, love the new cover for your book! It looks really fresh. That's interesting how you've been using AI. I've heard a few authors now say they use AI to help write the blurb. I like the one it's come up with for ten-year-olds.
I'd be interested, too, to know if the A+ content actually makes a difference to sales. It's so time-consuming to put it up there, especially if you have a few books out.
Generative AI seems to be the main focus of concern right now. It can do all kinds of things, and so fast, that a writer can't keep up. :-)
Thanks for sharing the info between AI generated or assisted. It was helpful.
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