New Tools for Authors: How Tech is Changing Book Publishing

New Tools for Authors: How Tech is Changing Book Publishing ### Podcast Show Notes: Episode with Deborah Ann Kessler 0:00 - **Interview Introduction:** - Deborah Ann Kessler, an author and illustrator of children's books. - Discussion highlights Deborah's background, her journey into self-publishing, and her experiences with technology in the creative process. **Questions Asked & Teased Responses:** - **Tell us a little about yourself, Deborah.**   - Deborah shares her transition from teaching to publishing children's books on Amazon and her experience with professional development courses for authors. 2:50 - **How many books have you published, and what are they about?**   - Deborah talks about her two published books, *"Victory Voices"* and *"The Energy Between,"* and hints at a third book in progress. 6:00 - **What are the benefits and disadvantages of technology in illustrating books?**   - Deborah highlights the immense benefits of using tools like Procreate and Affinity Publisher while also sharing some challenges she faced with traditional methods. 12:05 - **Can Procreate and Affinity Publisher work together, or do they handle separate tasks?**   - Deborah elaborates on how Procreate is primarily for drawing, similar to Photoshop, while Affinity Publisher is used for text and layout, akin to InDesign. 12:05 - **What's your favorite feature of Procreate or Affinity Publisher?**   - Deborah expresses her love for Procreate's easy error correction feature and wishes it was available in everyday life. 17:50 - **What is the best piece of technology you've ever used?**   - Deborah discusses the essential role her iPad and iPhone play in her daily life and creative process. 22:00 - **Is there any technology you wish never existed?**   - Deborah talks about the negative impact of hacking tools, sharing her own experiences with being hacked. 28:00 - **How has technology changed the way we communicate and impacted our relationships?**   - Deborah reflects on the shift from phone calls to texts and the reduction in face-to-face interactions due to smartphone usage. 35:10 - **Can you share some ethical concerns you have about the current use of technology and how they can be addressed?**   - The discussion touches upon hacking ethics, data privacy, and the need for global regulations to combat cybercrime. 42:00 - **How do you think technology will change the world in the next 10 years?**   - Deborah predicts significant advancements in AI and expresses concerns about its ethical implications and potential job losses. **Key Takeaways:** - The evolution of technology has significantly impacted the creative process, offering new tools and methods for authors and illustrators. - While technology provides immense benefits, it also brings new challenges, such as cybersecurity threats. - The importance of staying vigilant and informed about tech safety to protect personal and professional data. 49:10 - **How to Support Deborah Ann Kessler:** - Visit her website: [Deborah Ann Kessler's Website](https://debokessler.wixsite.com/mysite) - Check out her books on Amazon and consider leaving a review:   - *"Victory Voices: The Inspiration Behind Joan of Arc"*   - *"The Energy Between"*   - * https://www.instagram.com/Debokessler/   - * https://debokessler.wixsite.com/mysite 59:35 - Bonus Questions &  **Closing Remarks:** - Thanks to Deborah for sharing her insights and experiences. - Encouraging listeners to explore more about Deborah’s work and stay tuned for future episodes.