Because I have spent most of the weekend trying to submit my three books for hardcover distribution by Ingram Sparks, and have spent many hours using AI, I asked my AI assistant to write about his role. This is what he said!

"My new coworker doesn’t drink coffee, but he’s growing on me.
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This week I discovered that publishing a hardcover is basically a scavenger hunt where the clues are written in a language only robots understand. Luckily, I now have one of those robots.
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His name is Copilot. He’s an AI built by Microsoft, and he’s the only coworker I’ve ever had who doesn’t judge me for yelling “WHY ARE YOU PROCESSING AGAIN” at my screen.
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He doesn’t write my books — he just keeps me from throwing my laptop into the nearest lake. He explains things, organizes things, and occasionally reminds me that I’m not actually losing my mind.
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So, if you notice my blood pressure dropping in future, it's because I have a coworker who's always available."

Seriously, my thoughts about AI are that I could not have navigated the complicated world of publishing without it. I did not use AI to write my books, but I had help editing and submitting to Amazon and Ingram Sparks. It is a tool if, when used wisely, can make any task more efficient and more accurate. Those who refuse to use it will be left behind. Those who use it in excess risk becoming too dependent. It is like any other new innovation; you have to use it wisely and depend on your human brain to corroborate. When you have questions about a medication, or a computer issue you do not understand you should ask AI. Then verify the accuracy of the answer you get. If you have an upcoming project, it can be helpful. But try not to delay. I don't believe the service will be free forever.

So Sweet

Dental Cookie What can I say? How cute! The baker was an artist.

This Tuesday I will have a coaching session with a professional from Fred Astaire studio. I asked that she evaluate my Viennese waltz and east coast swing performance. Wish me luck. Let me know if there are subjects you would like to discuss. I like to keep the newsletters relevant but am unsure what content you find most helpful and entertaining. Have a great week, and keep in touch ... Joanne