Should You Cite ChatGPT as a Primary Source?
Recently, I’ve participated in discussions among writers and clients alike as to whether, in a non-fiction book that provides footnotes, ChatGPT should be cited if information or text from the algorithm has been included in the manuscript. Generally, in a … Continue reading
“Unshackled: The RAAA Framework for Escaping Toxic Relationships and Reclaiming Your Life,” by Althea A. Scurvin
Congratulations to my valued client, Althea A. Scurvin, on the publication of her exciting new book, “Unshackled: The RAAA Framework for Escaping Toxic Relationships and Reclaiming Your Life.” This powerful self-help book shows you how to break the cycle, reclaim your … Continue reading
Expository Writing Through the Years: From the Library, to Google, to AI
In 1971, which was 54 years ago, a requirement for my junior year American History class was that each student must research and write a thesis of 5,000 words on a topic of their choice from local history. Since my … Continue reading
Trends in Non-Fiction, Self-Help Books
When I first embarked on my freelance ghostwriting and book editing career in 2007, the country was on the verge of the Great Recession—though we didn’t realize it at the time. I began by writing website content and nonprofit grant … Continue reading
How to Use ChatGPT for Budget Book Projects
Let’s face it: In the world of commercial writing, large language models such as ChatGPT, Grammarly, Jasper AI, and others are here to stay. In the low-end, mass-market, non-fiction book marketplace, their use has become nearly ubiquitous. I sometimes find … Continue reading
“A Feast for the Senses: The Psychological Art of Eating Well” by Jared Gleaton
Congratulations to my valued book development client Jared Gleaton on the publication of A Feast for the Senses: The Psychological Art of Eating Well. Join Jared on his deeply personal and transformative journey as he sheds 170 pounds in just … Continue reading
“Practical Manifestation” by Igor Vainshtein
Congratulations to my valued book development client, Igor Vainshtein, on the publication of his groundbreaking new book, Practical Manifestation: How to Leverage the Principles of Project Management to Turn Your Dreams into Reality. This book combines two seemingly unrelated approaches … Continue reading
“A Toxin-Free Pregnancy” by Dr. Labib Ghulmiyyah and Dr. Caehla McGready
Congratulations to my valued book development clients Dr. Labib Ghulmiyyah and Dr. Caehla McGready on the summer 2024 publication of their groundbreaking self-help health book, A Toxin-Free Pregnancy. This powerful and insightful guide reveals how human history is deeply intertwined … Continue reading
The Three Methods of Internal Corporate Communication
Let’s say a leader or founder has a vision for their company. The vision is clear and simple, and represents an improvement in the lives of the company’s stakeholders and customers. The leader is purpose-driven, meaning they know what to … Continue reading
If You’re Explaining, You’re Losing
In politics, an axiom drilled into the head of every candidate for office is that when you’re in a debate or answering questions from the press, “If you’re explaining, you’re losing.” Attributed to President Ronald Reagan, this means that explaining … Continue reading