by Fauzia Burke

One of the best uses of AI for authors and book publishers is getting ideas for book titles and descriptions. However, when working with AI systems like GPT-4, crafting the right prompt is essential for achieving the best results. It's not just about asking a question—it's about asking it in a way that ensures the AI-generated content meets your needs and expectations. Let’s look at examples of creating effective prompts for book descriptions and titles, which is a great use of AI. 
 

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by Fauzia Burke

I am no lawyer, so I don’t know the answer to this question, but it is something to consider. Who owns the copyright to the Harry Potter characters? I know the obvious answer is J.K. Rowling, but with the popularity of AI, will that change? Two days ago, I wanted to send a motivational message to my daughter, and I thought it would be fun to do it as Mrs. Weasley from Harry Potter. 

Since I am a huge ChatGPT fan, I used a prompt and let the AI write the message. It was also a way to test the prompt.  (For those new to ChatGPT, a prompt is instructions to the AI. The better and more specific the prompt, the better the output) 

Here’s the prompt I used: 

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by Fauzia Burke

Recently, I had the pleasure of attending and speaking at the IBPA Publishing University 2023 in San Diego. It was an incredible opportunity to learn from industry leaders, network with fellow professionals, and share my insights on cost-effective strategies for book publicity. Plus, it was fun to see people in person. I was also thrilled to promote our company, Pub Site, as an exhibitor during the conference. John Burke, the founder of Pub Site and, more importantly, my partner in crime, captivated numerous publishing folks with his live demos. Witnessing their excitement and admiration for the brilliant platform he's built is always a treat for me.

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