The Creative Penn Podcast For Writers Crafting Story Worlds, Creative Control, And Leveraging AI Tools With Dave Morris
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May 26, 2025 Dave Morris, an accomplished author and comic book writer with over 40 years in publishing, shares insights from his extensive career. He explains why maintaining creative control and owning intellectual property is vital for long-term success. Morris discusses how AI tools can enhance creativity and assist authors in world-building, brainstorming, and maintaining narrative continuity. He emphasizes the balance between traditional writing and modern technology, urging emerging writers to embrace adaptability and confidence in their craft.
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Keeping Control of Your IP
- Dave Morris chose to work with smaller publishers to keep his intellectual property and creative control.
- This decision allowed him to earn ongoing royalties 40 years later by owning his own IP.
AI for Long Series Continuity
- Use AI tools like Notebook LM to manage continuity and world-building in long series.
- AI helps find specific details quickly, acting like a story Bible for huge projects.
Use AI as Research Assistant
- Use AI as a fast, diligent research and brainstorming assistant to save time.
- It can confirm facts and generate ideas, speeding up the creative process.
