Book Labs
Book Labs
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Professional writer Derek Lewis and tech author John Willis talk about books, publishing, subject matter expertise, AI, and more as they interview literary agents, publishers, ghostwriters, tech experts, award-winning authors, and others all for the sole purpose of showing you how to share your insights and expertise with the world, including their proprietary process, the Frankendraft™ Method.
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Focuses on the intricacies of the publishing world, writing techniques, and the impact of technology on literature, with episodes covering subjects like the role of literary agents, the challenges of ghostwriting, and the benefits of the Frankendraft™ Method for aspiring authors.
Professional writer Derek Lewis and tech author John Willis talk about books, publishing, subject matter expertise, AI, and more as they interview literary agents, publishers, ghostwriters, tech experts, award-winning authors, and others all for the sole purpose of showing you how to share your insights and expertise with the world, including their proprietary process, the Frankendraft™ Method.
The Book Labs Podcast with Derek Lewis & John Willis
With so many tools now available, more people are asking: Can AI help me write a book? In this episode, Derek Lewis and John Willis explore that question from both practical and personal perspectives.
Drawing from their own experience writing books like Rebels of Reasonand Deming’s Journey to Profound Knowledge, they share how AI can support the creative process—and why it’s not a replacement for a strong Method or clear intent.
You'll hear:
Why a proven process like the Frankendraft™ Method is still essential
Where AI tools fit into each stage of nonfiction book development
How AI can help with research, voice experimentation, and revision
The role of personal insight, context, and story in creating a meaningful book
Real examples of how AI improved efficiency—without replacing human judgment
Whether you're writing your first book or looking to refine your process with new tools, this episode offers a thoughtful take on how AI can complement, not replace, the craft of authorship.
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