Author perspective: AI is a trap for novices but a boon for experts
dotey · x · 2026-09-01
A web novel author reflects on two years of AI writing. They argue that for novices, AI creates an illusion of 'automated wealth,' preventing them from building fundamental skills and making them vulnerable to platforms. For experienced authors, AI not only boosts efficiency but also increases their value by filtering out low-level content. The post emphasizes that AI's disruption to the supply and demand of content is far more significant than the tool itself.
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