I'll confess, I love using AI for various parts of my marketing and editing, but even as an advocate of what AI can do for us writers, even I know there is a dark side.

I experienced that recently with an email and in this episode we talk about how scammers are always one-step ahead.

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In this episode of the Indie Writers Club, James and Cara discuss various aspects of writing, the use of AI in manuscript critiques, and the impact of translations on indie publishing. They explore the benefits of using tools like ProWritingAid, the importance of character development, and the themes that resonate within their stories. The conversation also touches on the supportive nature of the indie writing community and the exciting potential of expanding into foreign markets through translations.

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In this episode, Cara and James reflect on their recent experiences at the first IWC Writers' Retreat and the SPS Live conference.

They discuss the networking opportunities, feedback from workshop sessions, and the sense of community among indie writers.

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It's the Indie Writers Club with Cara & James! This week we talk editing/revising/rewriting, whatever you call it. Some of us love it (me) some hate it (Cara) but we all have to do it!

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Do you listen to music? Work on a sofa? Write at 5am or midnight? In this episode we discuss the various ways we can create an atmosphere conducive to creativity and productivity. 
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It might sound counter intuitive, but in this episode we'll use Cal Newport's guide to productivity to show that working less and working better is the future.

It will take a mindset change to shake off the notion that we 'need to be busy' in order to be productive.

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Deep Work: https://mybook.to/deepwork-cal-newport 

Slow Productivity: https://mybook.to/slow-productivity 

Episode 040 of The Indie Writers Club!

In this episode James & Cara discuss the significant implications for indie authors of Amazons algorithm upgrade from A9 and A10.

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In this week's episode James & Cara review BookBub's author survey on attitudes to AI. You can read the survey using the link below.

We also discuss our current work-in-progress and reflect on last week's Patreon Live Q&A!

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In this episode we review and dissect Ridley's Scott's sequel to the incredible film Gladiator. Spoiler alert, we did not use the expression 'incredible' to describe it...

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In this special episode, James is joined by Hollywood scriptwriter Tom Donnelly. They discuss the chances of getting your book optioned and how to create a story that will grip your reader.