I asked the Meta AI program to create a paragraph on this topic, and fed it a list of cllchés that get my goat, along with some Americanisms that ought to stay in their country of origin. Can you spot them? Reply in the comments below.
Writing a novel is a wild ride, and I’m not just talking about the plot twists. From the get-go, you’ve got to have skin in the game and be prepared to take risks. It’s like rearranging the deckchairs on the Titanic – you can make all the tweaks you want, but if the story isn’t working, you’re stuck. You’ll likely kick the can down the road multiple times, but eventually, you’ll need to draw a line in the sand and make some tough decisions. When I talk to people up and down the country about writing, I always say it’s essential to be prepared to die on this hill – your writing style, that is. And let’s be real, getting a ballpark number of readers to notice your work is a feat in itself. It’s unprecedented, really. Some writers are Jesus adjacent to greatness, while others are still finding their voice. Either way, it’s a journey worth taking.
I then asked Meta AI to write me a paragraph on Soup. Here is the result:
When I talk to people up and down the country about soup, I’m reminded that creating the perfect recipe is an art form. From the get-go, you’ve got to have skin in the game and be willing to experiment with different ingredients. While some might think that simply adding more cream is the go-to solution, it’s often just rearranging the deckchairs on the Titanic – it might look good on the surface, but it doesn’t address the underlying issues. Kicking the can down the road won’t help either; you’ll need to draw a line in the sand and decide on a flavor profile that works. Multiple times it will likely transpire that your soup isn’t quite right, but that’s all part of the process. Going forward, the key is to find a balance between flavors that hits the ballpark number of deliciousness. Second of all, don’t be afraid to try unprecedented combinations – after all, some of the best soups are Jesus adjacent to perfection. At the beating heart of every great soup is a passion for cooking, and if you’re prepared to die on this hill, you’ll be rewarded with a dish that’s truly special anytime soon. The list of possible ingredients is endless, but with patience and persistence, you’ll create something truly remarkable.
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Wild ride, get-go,…the list goes on, and on, and on, an on……
Oh dear ….what would Humprey say I wonder ??
Oh dear, I wonder what Humprey would say about this ??
Was it for this that clay grew tall?
On the plus side, in another decade, no one will be able to read.
Plenty. As you will see when Humphrey Abroad finally comes out!