Why the Publishing Company Doesn’t Want Your AI-Generated Manuscript

If You’re Considering Submitting an Entire AI-Generated Book to the Publishing Company—Please Don’t!

As I'm catching up on what's trending while getting in my first bottle of water for the day (only 48 more ounces to go), I come across an article introducing AI-generated material as the new publishing author. Now, before we get riled up about how incredible it is that technology can assist in writing, take note of what you just read.? I’m talking about entire AI-generated book submissions!? You know… “written by Your Name Here” should more precisely be “written by The New-And-Improved Artificial Intelligence.”

But here’s the thing—Amazon is filled with them!? Hundreds of tutorials are circulating on TikTok, YouTube, and Reddit demonstrating how to write a book in just a few hours.? A recent article from Reuters mentions over 200 available books on Amazon that are authored or co-authored by artificial intelligence.? That was as of mid-February.? The article even mentions an existing sub-genre consisting of books about using ChatGPT—here it comes—written entirely by ChatGPT.? There’s no doubt the number of available AI-authored books is rising daily.? Check the current stats when you have some free time!

Now, this is not to say that AI tools can’t assist with generating ideas and ensuring your content is grammatically correct.? Some even incorporate SEO features along with plagiarism checking.? There’s no doubt these are useful crutches from time to time.? Our lives are busy enough as it is—you don’t have to ask me twice to sign up for something that’s going to take away some of the legwork.? But without spending hours discussing the helpful features of AI technology, let’s talk about what it can’t do…

Even The Best AI-Written Book Can’t Tell Your Story

Sure, you purchase the best program on the market.? Then, as you input your seed text, pages will quickly fill with strategically placed words and sentences from a software learning to be you.? And yes, the amount of content AI produces in a short period of time is a definite highlight.? But it’s not your story.? This might be more similar to the quick and formulated story you and your homies come up with when you’re in the hot seat! (Everyone is on the same page, right?!)

Your story consists of the real… the raw… the emotions… the experience… the “you just had to be there” type of presentation.? Your story is authentic and establishes you as the expert to your audience.? You are a living human being and you’ve been there.? Tried and true.? You’ve walked the walk and you have the scars to prove it.? Nobody can tell your story better than you can.? (Although you know there are plenty of people out there who think they know your story and are happy to spout off their version of it.? For all the reasons, I need them to stop.? Stop it right now.)

It reminds me of the game of telephone you play in elementary school.? You start by sharing something with the first person in line.? That information then makes its way down the pipeline through many different people and boom!? You have an end result that either lands in left field or is… well… close enough.? And that’s your book!? If you’re an avid LinkedIn browser, you’ve seen the posted results of someone playing around with AI.? I’m sure we can both agree that some of them really have you raising your eyebrows.? Somewhere between start to finish, the assembly line gets clogged up and your end result is wildly affected.????

And speaking of clogging up the system, Neil Clarke, editor of Clarkesworld Magazine, announced they are temporarily closing submissions due to the skyrocketing increase of AI-generated submissions received in February.? This is a continuing trend and it will eventually halt other authors who are tirelessly perfecting their manuscripts for submission.? Another smaller publishing company has banned all AI-generated submissions entirely.? Not just because of the lack of authenticity but because of the advantages of having a copyright registration from the United States Copyright Office.?

As a professional in your industry, your audience wants your personal knowledge.? Organizations hire you as their keynote speaker because you bring power, energy, and top-notch expertise.? Any career or business coaches in the house?? You’re hired because you have the experience and skills to help other people succeed.? You’re an entrepreneur, pouring into the success of your ideal audience.? And you’re a step ahead because it’s your expertise people are grabbing ahold of.? Your book is no different.? Are you with me?

What Motivates You to Write a Book? What is Your Inspiration?

You’re a professional and becoming a published author sets you apart.? It puts your unique stamp on the world.? You educate your audience by sharing what you know—and what you’re damn good at because you’re killing it out there!

Admit it—your messages, DM’s, and inboxes are growing like wildfire.? The internet is filled with how-to’s and guides that people are latching onto.? But you have a unique perspective that’s undoubtedly a lot better.? You see there’s a simple solution to other peoples’ shortcomings. You can even back it up with proof and statistics.? You see the need time and time again.?

Other people want to learn from you.? If you’re successful in your field, people want to know “how.”? Google and Amazon are the two most successful search engines.? Imagine your expertise popping up as the solution to your ideal audiences’ challenges!? They search for their question and you return the answer.??

How are you sharing what you know?? Now don’t tell me you’re passing out paper business cards and crossing those fingers!? (No shade toward business cards.? I recently attended an NFL event in downtown Phoenix during Super Bowl LVII weekend, and in the informational email message were the recommendations to wear sneakers and to bring a stack of business cards.? Although I didn’t show up in a pair of Chucks with superheroes emblazoned on the side, you best believe I found my biz cards and showed up to the event with a healthy stack of them and a big smile on my face!)?

?What I’m asking is how are you sharing the following:

• The insider details?
• The obstacles you’ve overcome
• The how-to method containing your mark
• The valuable information your readers are searching for
• The secrets that set you apart from your competition

Give yourself credibility!? Your book markets you.? It markets your brand.? It markets a world of greater opportunity for those who depend on a Subject Matter Expert.? Just think—optimizing your byline with “Author” is an instant media bonus.? Journalists are consistently searching for content jam-packed with value and credible sources.? That credible source equals more exposure, and more exposure means more eyes on you!

Writing a book is one of the most effective ways to deliver a ton of value to your prospects.? And think about it … you don’t even have to sell a million copies to get other revenue-generating activities.? Honestly, not even a single one. ?(Uh-oh!? I have your attention with that one, don’t I?? Go ahead, ask us about it!)? And with that being said…

A Book Publishing Company Wants the Best Version of You. So, What’s Stopping You?

So your best chapters aren’t entirely AI-generated content.? (Come on now.? I said entirely not partially.)? That doesn’t mean the idea of becoming a published author is off the table.? It just means that your book is going to be full of real knowledge and expertise.? And it’s a damn good marketing tool, at that!

Are you stumped on where to start?? Not sure about design?? Does the thought of editing have you on the edge of your seat? That’s what a publishing company is for!? Is that writer’s block coming in hot?? Let me introduce you to a ghostwriter. (Don’t worry—they’re not as scary as they sound.)?

I know, I know!? You’re thinking “this lady just told me to write my own book!” But here’s the key…

Humans helping humans!? This means a dedicated and creative business partner right at your fingertips.? This means all of the emotional aspects that make a great story are still present.? The techniques that make a genuine connection with your readers are still present.? The thought process and analytical details are still present.? BUT WAIT—that’s not all!? What about basic project management and ensuring the book is completed?? This is also their forte!? I do a deep dive into the benefits of having a ghostwriter in this blog post.

Tell me — what’s really stopping you from creating one of the most effective brand visibility tools for your business?? What’s stopping you from having an automatic lead magnet?? What’s stopping you from establishing a pillar for referrals?? If you’ve heard it once, you’ve heard it 100 times.? The most powerful form of marketing is word-of-mouth.? It takes one person to read your book, find exactly what they’re looking for, and then start recommending it within their network. This leads to a conversion of prospects interested in your expertise.? Your services.? Your solutions.? And you see what this is doing here, right?

Finding a publishing method that fits your needs and yields the results you desire is an essential first step.? Most publishing companies offer different packages.? Whether you need a second set of eyes or you want someone to take the reins while you relax in the backseat—the choice is yours.? Don’t let the nuances of becoming a published author such as design, copyright legalities, fulfillment and distribution, or marketing keep you from submitting a manuscript.? And if any of these are really what’s keeping your feet on the ground, BMcTALKS Press has something for you.

Anyway… back to my H2O.

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