New Tools for Authors: How Tech is Changing Book Publishing

### Podcast Show Notes: Episode with Deborah Ann Kessler

0:00 - **Interview Introduction:**
- Deborah Ann Kessler, an author and illustrator of children's books.
- Discussion highlights Deborah's background, her journey into self-publishing, and her experiences with technology in the creative process.

**Questions Asked & Teased Responses:**

- **Tell us a little about yourself, Deborah.**
  - Deborah shares her transition from teaching to publishing children's books on Amazon and her experience with professional development courses for authors.

2:50 - **How many books have you published, and what are they about?**
  - Deborah talks about her two published books, *"Victory Voices"* and *"The Energy Between,"* and hints at a third book in progress.

6:00 - **What are the benefits and disadvantages of technology in illustrating books?**
  - Deborah highlights the immense benefits of using tools like Procreate and Affinity Publisher while also sharing some challenges she faced with traditional methods.

12:05 - **Can Procreate and Affinity Publisher work together, or do they handle separate tasks?**
  - Deborah elaborates on how Procreate is primarily for drawing, similar to Photoshop, while Affinity Publisher is used for text and layout, akin to InDesign.

12:05 - **What's your favorite feature of Procreate or Affinity Publisher?**
  - Deborah expresses her love for Procreate's easy error correction feature and wishes it was available in everyday life.

17:50 - **What is the best piece of technology you've ever used?**
  - Deborah discusses the essential role her iPad and iPhone play in her daily life and creative process.

22:00 - **Is there any technology you wish never existed?**
  - Deborah talks about the negative impact of hacking tools, sharing her own experiences with being hacked.

28:00 - **How has technology changed the way we communicate and impacted our relationships?**
  - Deborah reflects on the shift from phone calls to texts and the reduction in face-to-face interactions due to smartphone usage.

35:10 - **Can you share some ethical concerns you have about the current use of technology and how they can be addressed?**
  - The discussion touches upon hacking ethics, data privacy, and the need for global regulations to combat cybercrime.

42:00 - **How do you think technology will change the world in the next 10 years?**
  - Deborah predicts significant advancements in AI and expresses concerns about its ethical implications and potential job losses.

**Key Takeaways:**
- The evolution of technology has significantly impacted the creative process, offering new tools and methods for authors and illustrators.
- While technology provides immense benefits, it also brings new challenges, such as cybersecurity threats.
- The importance of staying vigilant and informed about tech safety to protect personal and professional data.

49:10 - **How to Support Deborah Ann Kessler:**
- Visit her website: [Deborah Ann Kessler's Website](https://debokessler.wixsite.com/mysite)
- Check out her books on Amazon and consider leaving a review:
  - *"Victory Voices: The Inspiration Behind Joan of Arc"*
  - *"The Energy Between"*
  - * https://www.instagram.com/Debokessler/
  - * https://debokessler.wixsite.com/mysite

59:35 - Bonus Questions &  **Closing Remarks:**
- Thanks to Deborah for sharing her insights and experiences.
- Encouraging listeners to explore more about Deborah’s work and stay tuned for future episodes.