Introduction and Overview

In this video, the speaker discusses the best AI tools for fiction writers. The speaker mentions that they have tried numerous tools and narrowed it down to five with one honorable mention.

Best AI Tools for Fiction Writing

• The speaker has tried many AI tools for fiction writing but most of them are not good. They have selected five tools with one honorable mention.

• Pseudorite is the first tool on the list. It offers a structured way to write books from scratch using AI. It has a pricing structure where $30 per month gives you 90,000 words.

• Story Engine by Sudorite is a game-changer as it allows writing books from scratch using AI in a structured way. It solves the problem of getting large blocks of text based on summaries.

• Sudorite pays attention to authors' needs and provides features targeted at fiction authors, such as rewriting paragraphs with specific instructions or adding inner conflict.

• Chat GPT is another recommended tool. It excels at following directions and structuring output according to user preferences. It is versatile and suitable for brainstorming and outlining.

• OpenAI's Playground is similar to Chat GPT but offers some differences. Both are recommended options for fiction writers.

Conclusion

The speaker recommends Pseudorite, Story Engine by Sudorite, Chat GPT, and OpenAI's Playground as top AI tools for fiction writers. Each tool has its strengths and weaknesses, so it is suggested to pair Pseudorite with another tool for an ideal scenario.

Using OpenAI's Playground and Custom Instructions in ChatGPT

The OpenAI Playground offers a system box where custom style information can be inputted, allowing the model to remember that style as long as it is used consistently. This feature is not available in ChatGPT.

• The OpenAI Playground's system box has no character limit, unlike ChatGPT.

• It allows for more words to be inputted, such as an entire synopsis or outline.

• However, there are still limits to what the model can handle.

Adjusting Settings in the OpenAI Playground

The OpenAI Playground provides additional settings that can be adjusted for different results.

• Maximum length determines how much the model can understand.

• Temperature controls the randomness and creativity of the responses.

• Lower temperature makes the model stick closer to instructions, while higher temperature encourages more creativity.

Comparing ChatGPT and OpenAI Playground

While both ChatGPT and the OpenAI Playground have similarities, there are some differences worth noting.

• ChatGPT includes features like a code interpreter that are not available in the OpenAI Playground.

• The OpenAI Playground offers more flexibility with custom instructions and adjustable settings.

• Personal preference may determine which platform is used more frequently.

Introducing Claude 2 for Authors

Claude 2 by Anthropics is a powerful tool specifically designed for authors.

• Claude 2 has a 100,000 token context window, allowing it to remember extensive conversations or even entire books.

• It can provide summaries of characters' arcs, physical descriptions, marketing materials, quotes from books, and more.

• Claude 2 is highly creative but may not always follow instructions as closely as ChatGPT.

The Strengths of Claude 2 for Authors

Claude 2 offers unique advantages that make it a valuable tool for authors.

• It excels in generating headlines, book descriptions, and natural-sounding language.

• Despite not being specifically designed for authors like PseudoWrite, Claude 2 is considered one of the most useful chatbots for authors.

Verb.ai for Discovery Writing

Verb.ai is a platform suitable for discovery writers who prefer a more spontaneous approach.

• It allows writers to input what they think happens next in their novel and generates continuations of the story.

• Writers can move through the generated chunks of text one at a time.

• Verb.ai provides options to change the style, reward, shorten, or expand the generated text.

Summary and Conclusion

A summary of the main points discussed in the transcript.

• OpenAI Playground offers custom instructions and adjustable settings but lacks certain features available in ChatGPT.

• Claude 2 is a powerful tool with a large context window, making it ideal for authors' needs.

• Verb.ai is useful for discovery writing and provides spontaneous story continuations.

Overview of Writing with AI Tools

In this section, the speaker discusses different AI tools for writing and their workflows. The speaker mentions that the choice of tool depends on individual preferences and provides recommendations based on different writing styles.

Choosing a Writing Workflow

• Some people prefer a linear approach, working on one small chunk at a time. For this style, the speaker recommends a specific tool.

• This workflow is suitable for those who like to go through their writing linearly, one small chunk at a time.

• Others prefer working with a big outline and then using AI to generate the entire piece. For this style, the speaker suggests another tool.

• This workflow is ideal for those who prefer creating an overall outline and then using AI to write the complete piece.

Honorable Mentions

Novel AI

• The speaker previously reviewed Novel AI and was critical of it due to its lack of promptability.

• Previously, Novel AI did not have the ability to be prompted for specific results.

• However, there are plans to introduce beta features that allow users to prompt Novel AI.

• Currently in beta testing phase, users can now prompt Novel AI for desired results.

• Notably, Novel AI has its own model specifically designed for creating not safe for work (NSFW) content.

• One advantage of Novel AI is its dedicated model for NSFW content creation.

Poe.com

• Poe.com does not refer to a specific language model but rather provides access to multiple language models such as Claude and GPT models.

• Poe.com allows users to access various language models including Google's Palm and GPT 432k model.

• It offers a convenient option for users who want to access different models in one place without multiple subscriptions.

• Poe.com is recommended for those who want to experiment with different models without the need for multiple subscriptions.

Ideal Writing Scenario

• If budget is a constraint and only one tool can be chosen, the speaker recommends using Claude.

• For those on a limited budget, Claude is suggested as the best choice due to its natural-sounding language and availability for free in the US and UK.

• However, the ideal scenario involves combining Pseudo-Write with a chatbot like Claude or Chat GPT.

• The speaker suggests using Pseudo-Write along with a chatbot for brainstorming and outlining purposes.

• Pseudo-Write is powerful for generating and editing prose, while separate models like Claude or Chat GPT are better suited for brainstorming and outlining.

• Pseudo-Write is recommended for generating finished prose and editing, while separate models are preferred for other writing tasks such as character creation and outlining.

Conclusion

In this video, the speaker discusses various AI tools for writing. They provide insights into different workflows based on individual preferences. The speaker also mentions honorable mentions such as Novel AI and Poe.com. Finally, they recommend an ideal scenario of combining Pseudo-Write with a chatbot like Claude or Chat GPT.