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We all know about AI grammar and spelling checkers, but do you use AI to edit your writing? Many writers work on their own and don’t have access to a professional editor, a proofreader, or even a helpful second pair of eyes. Correcting obvious errors is easy with online checkers, but it’s not so easy…

You’re close to publishing your new book, but did you check if your book title is unique? Whether by accident or not, using a title that is the same as one or more already published books can cause confusion. It can also make it harder to promote your book and help readers find it. Having…

Do you follow a routine to back up your book manuscript safely after your writing sessions? You might follow the 3-2-1 backup rule, which is 3 copies of your data, 2 different types of storage, and 1 copy stored offsite. If you do this, you will have a reliable backup strategy that should give you…

Almost every writer or author uses a word processor. It’s the default tool for writing, editing, and storing work. Most word processors look a little different on the surface, but under the hood, they all share the same core features. You might think you are already using yours to its full potential. But in reality,…

AI assistants are tools, not people. Because they are so conversational, it’s easy to think of them as a friend or coworker. You might even imagine a personality, a voice, or a gender. It’s harmless fun at first, but it can affect the way you make decisions about your writing based on what an AI…

Yes, it’s tough right now, but writers can survive AI search. However, you’ll need to change your approach and mindset to find new readers from now on. If you have noticed fewer people are finding your articles or books recently, it’s no surprise. AI-generated search results that summarize information and give quick answers mean searchers…

Most writing today is read on a screen, not on paper, so you need to write for screen reading. It includes blog posts, articles, and even ebooks read on phones, tablets, and e-readers like Kindle. Readers rarely read word by word now. Instead, they scan, skim, and move quickly between sections. That’s why writing for…

Almost every day, I read sad tales of writers losing their work, and that’s why backups for your writing are absolutely essential. Without a reliable backup routine, you’re writing on a very high trapeze, without a safety net. Technology is never foolproof, and things can and do go wrong with any device. It could be…

Artificial intelligence (AI) tools are now part of everyday writing. But for many writers, they’re still unsure about how to use them effectively without losing their writing style and voice. I had exactly the same concerns at first. However, once I moved past the fear factor, I discovered AI could help speed up parts of…

In a world where sharing documents is commonplace, do you give a thought to how to safeguard your manuscript before you publish your book? Unlike a report or an article draft, your book manuscript is months, or even years, in the making. You are probably careful to protect your manuscript by making regular backups and…