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In this episode, Kevin Tumlinson is joined by Alessandra Torre and JD Lasica for a deep-dive into the evolving world of artificial intelligence in authorship. The trio unpacks the ethics and uses of AI for writers, explores the difference between analytical and generative AI, and offers clarity on how AI can support, not replace, the creative process. If you’re curious about AI’s role in book development—or just want practical tips on ethical engagement—this conversation is for you.

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Important Topics & Timestamps:

[00:01:18] – Meet Authors AI: Origin story and Marlowe explained

[00:06:25] – Marlowe’s main use case: Developmental manuscript critique

[00:08:13] – Ethics & industry reactions: AI acceptance, resistance, and class actions

[00:12:02] – Analytical vs. generative AI: What authors need to know

[00:14:17] – Where ethics get fuzzy (translation, narration, disclosure)

[00:19:08] – How Marlowe uses AI differently (pattern recognition, rights-cleared corpus)

[00:23:17] – Publisher boundaries: Where traditional houses draw the AI line

[00:24:11] – Do authors need to disclose AI use?

[00:25:49] – How to access Marlowe + exclusive Wordslinger discount

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