Authors Don't Trust AI... So Why Are They Using It?

For the past year, it has felt like everyone has an opinion about AI. But what do authors actually think? We surveyed over 200 authors to better understand how writers really feel about artificial intelligence, not just how they use it, but how they view its impact on creativity, publishing, copyright, trust, and the future of storytelling. The results surprised us. In this episode of Pros Talking Prose, we break down the survey results, discuss what the numbers actually mean, challenge some common assumptions, and share why we believe the future of publishing depends less on technology, and more on authors working together as professionals. Whether you embrace AI, avoid it completely, or are still trying to decide where you stand, this conversation is designed to help you think critically rather than emotionally. Download the complete Author AI Survey Report: https://printtopro.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/AI_Survey_Findings_Report_Nuetral.pdf Referenced in this episode: Copyright & AI episode with Copyright Attorney: https://youtu.be/7jdWJCFDmqE Register for the Wayfinder Summit: https://wayfindersummit.com/ Join the free Print to Pro Author Business Harbor Community: https://www.skool.com/p2p-author-business-harbor/about If you enjoyed this discussion, we'd love to hear from you. What surprised you most about these survey results? Leave a comment below and join the conversation. We read every one. #AIForAuthors #WritingCommunity #SelfPublishing #IndieAuthor #AuthorLife #Publishing #BookMarketing #ArtificialIntelligence #WritingTips #ProsTalkingProse