Brave New Bookshelf
Are you intrigued by the fusion of technology and creativity? Does the potential of AI in reshaping the narrative of storytelling fascinate you? Then Brave New Bookshelf is just the podcast for you! Hosted by authors Steph Pajonas and Danica Favorite, each episode takes you on a journey through the dynamic intersection of AI and literature. From the way AI is revolutionizing the creative process of writing and publishing, to its ethical use in augmenting the human touch in storytelling, our candid discussions and expert interviews debunk myths and uncover the groundbreaking role of AI in the literary world. Whether you're an author, reader, or technophile, join us for insightful talks, practical tips, and a shared exploration of this exciting frontier. Tune into Brave New Bookshelf and be a part of the conversation that's shaping the future of books. RSSVERIFY
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In this exciting episode of the Brave New Bookshelf, hosts Steph Pajonas and Danica Favorite welcome back author, designer, and AI filmmaker Novae Caelum to discuss the evolution of AI-empowered storytelling. Novae shares behind-the-scenes insights into his creative process, demonstrating how he uses a patchwork of cutting-edge video and audio tools like Kling, Suno, and Seedance to direct stunning, cinematic book trailers and epis...
In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, hosts Steph Pajonas and Danica Favorite are joined by Yoav Yariv, the moderator of the massive r/WritingWithAI subreddit, to explore the rapidly growing world of AI-assisted creativity. Drawing from his background as a tech product manager and artist, Yoav discusses the explosive rise of his 100,000-member community and dives into the "silent majority" of AI users quietly reshaping Hollywood ...
In this mind-blowing episode of Brave New Bookshelf, hosts Steph Pajonas and Danica Favorite welcome back prolific sci-fi author and technical innovator Malorie Cooper from The Writing Wives to explore the cutting edge of advanced AI workflows. Malorie shares her journey of building custom multi-agent AI systems, detailing how she co-authored a full-length novel and "sharded" a massive, 40-day continuous Claude conversation into sp...
In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, hosts Steph Pajonas and Danica Favorite are joined by Skye MacKinnon, a prolific author and expert in international translations. Skye shares her fascinating journey of using AI to reclaim her time, from building custom WordPress plugins with Antigravity to managing complex series bibles with NotebookLM. As a native German speaker, she provides invaluable insights into the nuances of AI trans...
In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, we are joined by author and "vibe coder" Cassie Alexander to discuss how high-level AI automations can revolutionize an author's business operations. Cassie shares her fascinating journey of building a cloud-based "command center" using Supabase and slashing her monthly overhead by replacing expensive subscriptions with custom-coded tools. From scaling a single nonfiction book into 50 differe...
In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, hosts Steph Pajonas and Danica Favorite are joined by Greg Keogh, co-founder of Curios, to discuss the revolutionary shift toward direct-to-reader sales. Greg shares how Curios empowers authors by acting as the merchant of record—handling the complexities of sales tax and customer support—while providing a "permissionless" platform that welcomes AI-forward content and high-spice f...
In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, hosts Steph Pajonas and Danica Favorite are joined by prolific sci-fi author and software engineer Malorie Cooper to dive deep into the technical and philosophical future of AI in publishing. Malorie shares her fascinating transformation from an AI skeptic to a power user, explaining how she utilizes custom hardware rigs and her proprietary "Lore Oracle" system to manage an expansive fictiona...
In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, hosts Steph Pajonas and Danica Favorite sit down with author Coral Hart and her lead programmer, Phil, to discuss the revolutionary development of Authorythm. This innovative platform is designed as a comprehensive "operating system for authors," bridging the gap between creative craft and technical code to allow writers to draft entire five-book series while keeping their business data and m...
In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, Phil Marshall and Stacy Smith Rogers from Spoken join us to explore the cutting edge of AI-generated audiobooks and multi-voice narration. Phil and Stacy share insights into Spoken’s "human-centric" approach to digital storytelling, highlighting their innovative "pay when perfect" model and the upcoming MV2 release designed to bring cinematic, multicast quality to indie authors at a fra...
In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, hosts Steph Pajonas and Danica Favorite sit down with Robin Johnson of Florida Girl Design to explore the evolving landscape of AI-augmented graphic design. With over 20 years of experience in the industry, Robin shares her journey from initial skepticism to becoming a certified AI creator, explaining how she uses tools like Midjourney, Ideogram, and Nano Banana to solve complex visual proble...
In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, we're joined by author and educator Susan Gable to discuss the vital intersection of critical thinking and generative AI. Drawing from her innovative work with Stossel in the Classroom, Susan shares the results of a fascinating "AI Challenge" experiment that moved beyond banning AI to instead requiring students to use it as a Socratic partner, highlighting why the "human in the loop" is more ...
In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, we are joined by fantasy author Amy Campbell to explore the surprising ways AI can assist authors in the physical world. Amy shares her "boots on the ground" experience using ChatGPT’s vision capabilities to design an optimized table layout for a recent convention, ensuring maximum visual appeal and customer flow in a limited space. Beyond aesthetics, the discussion delves into using AI...
In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, hosts Steph Pajonas and Danica Favorite sit down with Jay Rosenkrantz, co-founder of Plot Drive, to explore how AI is revolutionizing the novelist’s workflow. Jay shares his fascinating journey from professional poker and screenwriting to building an AI-powered workspace that helps authors manage complex story contexts and break through creative blocks. They dive into the results of a u...
In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, hosts Steph Pajonas and Danica Favorite sit down with Cassie Alexander—a veteran author, nurse, and AI pioneer—to discuss the undeniable parallels between technological shifts in healthcare and the publishing industry. Cassie shares her unfiltered journey of navigating intense "anti-AI" backlash, explaining how she utilized the "Streisand Effect" to turn online criticism into a bo...
In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, hosts Steph Pajonas and Danica Favorite are joined by Tanya Hales, a classically trained illustrator and the visionary founder of the AI Art for Authors Facebook group. Tanya shares her fascinating journey of integrating generative AI into her professional workflow, illustrating how tools like Midjourney and ChatGPT can act as a powerful "art assistant" for world-building, "photo bashing" boo...
In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, hosts Steph Pajonas and Danica Favorite are joined by Kimberly Gordon, the Director of the Ink and Code Society at Future Fiction Academy, to explore her revolutionary "story is code" philosophy. Kimberly shares her unique journey from a military and IT background to becoming a prolific fantasy author, explaining how she leverages coding applications like Antigravity and advanced features lik...
In this episode, we welcome back prolific author and entrepreneur Dana Sacco to discuss her thriving new business venture, First Drafts. Dana reveals the technical secrets behind her "codexes"—comprehensive story bibles and outlines built using an intricate 50-prompt automation workflow in N8N—and explains how she uses tools like Antigravity and K-Lytics to ensure every story is market-ready. From managing high-demand f...
In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, hosts Steph Pajonas and Danica Favorite sit down with award-winning author and mentor Coral Hart to discuss the "tsunami of change" currently hitting the publishing industry. Following a high-profile feature in the New York Times, Coral opens up about the intense backlash she’s faced and why she remains a steadfast advocate for using AI as a "ninja tool" to accelerate the creative workf...
In this episode of Brave New Bookshelf, hosts Steph Pajonas and Danica Favorite are joined by epic fantasy author and publishing professional Melinda Kucsera to explore the visual side of the AI revolution. Melinda discusses her method of hybrid cover design, revealing how she blends traditional 3D rendering and digital painting with AI tools like NightCafe and Ideogram to create captivating artwork for her novels. From generating ...
Join hosts Steph Pajonas of Future Fiction Academy and Danica Favorite of Publish Drive for a candid and insightful exploration of the practical and philosophical sides of AI. In this episode, they move beyond sensationalist headlines to discuss how AI acts as a vital auxiliary tool in personal wellness, professional coaching, and creative workflows, while discussing common myths regarding "stolen data" and the impact of technology...
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