#IWSG – To AI or not to AI
This month’s piece for the Insecure Writer’s Support Group post almost didn’t happen. Last Friday, the internet company we are changing to laid a cable in advance of installing a modem etc. on Monday. However, the company we were leaving cut off all their services early, so for three days, including the weekend, we had no internet, phone, or security cameras. Added problem was my laptop runs on cloud so it wouldn’t save any work whatever I did. Come Monday, and the old company claimed everything was restored… but it wasn’t.
Fortunately, the new internet provider installed their equipment in time to work on this post.
Over the weekend, I was able on the writing front, to plan my next Ukraine story. As the war is dragging on and many issues are coming to the fore, such as impending elections, I will be taking a different tack with my Night Witches. I will be back with my new WEP/IWSG Ukraine historical short soon – Halloween theme – as the next episode is due around October 18th to 20th, 2023.
THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA
https://writeeditpublishnow.blogspot.com/p/challenges-2023.html
Slava Ukrayini
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Every month, IWSG announces a question that members can answer in their IWSG post. These questions may prompt you to share advice, insight, a personal experience, or story. Include your answer to the question in your IWSG post or let it inspire your post if you are struggling with something to say.
Remember, the question is optional!
October 4 question: The topic of AI writing has been heavily debated across the world. According to various sources, generative AI will assist writers, not replace them. What are your thoughts?
AI means artificial insemination to me as a retired equestrian journalist and having worked in the dairy industry.
However, as a fiction writer, I have only encountered AI writing in editing software, as opposed to generative AI. So beyond a few articles I’ve read, I feel my thoughts are limited to a concern about its use to cut writers out… as with the WGA/studios dispute: https://www.theguardian.com/culture/2023/oct/01/hollywood-writers-strike-artificial-intelligence?
But I can see its value in some situations, although I am unlikely to use it in my current situation: https://www.euronews.com/next/2022/11/08/ai-writing-is-here-and-its-worryingly-good-can-writers-and-academia-adapt
Although, I’m open to persuasion by writers I respect… like the inspirational Ninja Captain, Alex J. Cavanaugh.
Many thanks Alex and all IWSG members.
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The awesome co-hosts for the October 4 posting of the IWSG are Natalie Aguirre, Kim Lajevardi, Debs Carey, Gwen Gardner, Patricia Josephine, and Rebecca Douglass!
Finally, don’t forget to visit more active writers via the IWSG site:
Insecure Writer’s Support Group
Let’s rock the neurotic writing world!
Our Twitter handle is @TheIWSG and hashtag is #IWSG.
Purpose: To share and encourage. Writers can express doubts and concerns without fear of appearing foolish or weak. Those who have been through the fire can offer assistance and guidance. It’s a safe haven for insecure writers of all kinds!
Posting: The first Wednesday of every month is officially Insecure Writer’s Support Group day. Post your thoughts on your own blog. Talk about your doubts and the fears you have conquered. Discuss your struggles and triumphs. Offer a word of encouragement for others who are struggling. Visit others in the group and connect with your fellow writer – aim for a dozen new people each time – and return comments. This group is all about connecting!
