How to Write a High-Quality Nonfiction Book Using AI
By Tiya Booker / December 21, 2023
I wrote a quality health book in one month using AI, and that was back in the summer of 2023. It's only getting easier to use now. The little-known secret about AI is its power in research, particularly in using case studies to bolster your book's credibility. What once was a daunting task is now a thousand times easier. In this article, we'll go over how to write a book using AI, step by step.
Before You Write
Firstly, pick a topic that you know a bit about so you can add your human flavor and experience along with the AI mix. Choose a comfortable writing environment—the popular ones are Google Docs and Microsoft Word. However, for speed’s sake, you might want to use a formatting book tool like Chapterly, Atticus, and Scrivner that will help you format your print and ebook professionally without having to hire someone on Fiver to do it.
Pro tip: For nonfiction works, use the Chicago Manual of Style for footnotes in your case studies. If you're unsure how to use footnotes, check out this helpful article.
Planning
Begin with an eye-catching title that incorporates keywords, such as Herpes Cure Book: With Proof or Feel-Good Productivity: How to Do More of What Matters to You. AI tools like KDP SPY and Semrush can assist in finding profitable niches and relevant keywords, helping you decide on your book's title, description, and Amazon keywords.
Lazy way tip: Bing or ChatGPT can also be useful here.
AI tools like ChatGPT or Geminai can help outline your nonfiction book. Start by asking it to create a table of contents for your topic. Then, request the AI to break down the chapters into subheadings.
Writing the Book
If you're a decent writer, have ChatGPT or Geminai mimic your style for consistency. Write the introduction, then instruct the AI to follow that style. If you're less confident in your writing, use a sample from a book in your niche and ask the AI to mimic that style.
For each chapter heading, ask an AI tool to write content based on the chapter and subheading titles. Request it to find and summarize relevant case studies, integrating these with footnotes. Then, transfer this content to your primary writing platform, such as Google Docs.
Example Walk Through:
Here are the prompts I used for ChatGPT to assist in writing Herpes Cure Book With Proof.
Below is part of Chat GPT’s answer.
Editing
Use tools like Grammarly to edit as you write. Alternatively, you can wait until you've finished your book. It's crucial to ensure your book doesn't exceed an 80% AI detection rating. Remember to add the human touch through real experiences, testimonies, or personal reflections. This is why it took me a month to write a 134-page nonfiction book, instead of just three days. I was committed to adding value for my readers.
Conclusion
Embracing AI in the journey of writing a nonfiction book isn’t just about leveraging technology; it's about augmenting human creativity and efficiency. As we've explored, AI can be an invaluable ally in the realms of research, organization, and even the creative process. From crafting an engaging title to fleshing out detailed, informative content, AI tools can significantly reduce the time and effort traditionally associated with writing a book.
However, the true essence of a compelling nonfiction book lies in the unique perspective and authenticity that only a human author can provide. AI is a tool to enhance our capabilities, not replace the personal touch that resonates with readers. It’s this synergy between human insight and AI efficiency that will define the future of nonfiction writing.
As we look ahead, the landscape of authorship and publishing continues to evolve, with AI playing an increasingly significant role. By staying informed and adaptable, embracing these technological advances, and combining them with our unique voices and experiences, we can create works that are not only informative and high-quality but also deeply engaging and impactful.
Remember, the journey of writing a book is as much about the message you wish to convey as it is about the process of creation. AI is here to assist, but the story – its heart, soul, and message – will always be uniquely yours.