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EPISODE · Aug 17, 2026 · 50 MIN

The AI Witch-Hunt (Part 2)

from Story Nerd · host Valerie Francis, Melanie Hill, Kathleen Foxx

Might there actually be a demand for AI-generated books?! What do publishers expect authors to do during these uncertain times? And what should authors expect of publishers? Will AI ultimately make us value art more, or less? In this episode, Melanie, Kathleen and I tackle these questions, and more, as we all try to navigate this bizarre AI-in-publishing landscape. - V.   The Hook Formula: the works-every-time method for describing your book in a way that captivates readers and makes them beg for more. Submit your query letter and first 10 pages writing sample at storynerd.ca. For your FREE First 10 Pages Checklist, visit valeriefrancis.ca/checklist To learn to read like a writer, visit Melanie's website. To subscribe to Kat's Keynotes (Substack), click here. Watch us on YouTube!

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