Pursuant to my previous articles on the witch hunt being waged by those losing their marbles about the availability of AI image-generation to authors (1,2); at least several book marketing groups on Facebook have apparently taken to banning or deleting posts promoting books which their admins *suspect* (i.e. without any actual burden of proof) were…
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Playing Monopoly
According to critics of indie authors (strangely enough, from some within the indie author “community”) the use of free AI-generated cover images is “ripping off” artists who would otherwise receive payment for creating those covers.
Feeling Threatened?
When all is said and done, this isn’t about other people’s copyright – it’s about what’s paid, and what’s free – and who can afford to be part of the ‘club’. Ultimately, it’s about wealthier indies thinning out the competition to get to, or stay on top.
Artificial Intelligence vs Natural Stupidity
This looming witch hunt seems to me more about forcing authors to make use of paid services and relinquishing their creative freedom and independence than anything else – an extension and continuation of the age-old effort to gentrify the writing profession, and to make it back into a rich person’s hobby.
What Happened To The South African Satanic Church? …And Other Unanswered Questions
In 2020, South Africa got its first registered satanic church. It was fronted by two charismatic personalities who, for two years, did copious amounts of media interviews, and videos for their YouTube channel, clarifying misunderstandings and educating the public about religious Satanism. Then, one day in 2022, without any warning or explanation, the South African…
Christina Engela Promoted By DarkLady Marketing
All marketing, promotion and advertising for Christina Engela – author, is now handled by DarkLady Marketing. About DarkLady Marketing: DarkLady Marketing specializes in internet and social media marketing for individuals, small businesses, bloggers, authors, cake decorators, upholstery cleaners, magazine contributors, candle makers, events management companies, jewelry sellers, cleaning services, lodges and accommodation, repair shops, home…
A Complicated Affair!
Hi there, Facebook. I think we need to have a little chat. I’ve only added about 40 new users YESTERDAY – and only tried to add ONE new user a few minutes ago – to find out that you have blocked me from adding people to my group AGAIN. Look, I think this is getting…