Unlocking AI: Expert Tips Every Independent Publisher Needs Now

About this episode

Chelle Honiker discusses the implications of AI for independent publishers, including ethical concerns and effective platforms.

Every single day, there are news stories about artificial intelligence (AI)—most notably, controversies about unethical practices by companies that offer AI services—so independent publishers are trying to determine if using AI is the right fit for their businesses. Author and Indie Author Magazine Co-Founder and Publisher Chelle Honiker joins “Inside Independent Publishing (with IBPA)” to share her expertise on the subject, including the ethical concerns about using AI, what the most effective AI platforms are for publishers, how AI can be used to help publishers run their businesses more efficiently, and much more.

People in this episode

Host: Christopher Locke

Guest: Chelle Honiker

Topics covered

• artificial intelligence
• independent publishing
• ethical concerns
• business efficiency
• AI platforms

Keywords

• AI
• independent publishing
• Chelle Honiker
• ethical AI
• business efficiency
• publishing platforms

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Indie Author Magazine, Inside Independent Publishing, IBPA

Products: AI

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