Independent Publishers of New England
AI-Powered Self-Editing: Align with Reader Expectations, Cut Costs, and Prepare for Market
Linda Ruggeri, The Insightful Editor
The costliest editing pass is the one that reveals your book isn't delivering on its core promise to readers. What if you could fix these "reader expectation gaps" before your manuscript reaches a human editor? Join AI editing expert Erin Servais and IBPA award-winning author-publisher Linda Ruggeri for a practical, business-focused workshop on using AI as a predictive "beta reader" to check whether your book's structure, pacing, and clarity match your target reader's expectations. You'll learn to build an "AI Reader Persona" for your genre, get feedback on your manuscript's market fit, and ensure your book meets reader expectations from page one—saving money by fixing big problems yourself.
Key Takeaways:
Attendees will learn how to create an "AI Reader Persona" for their genre, get actionable feedback on their manuscript's market alignment, and ensure their book meets reader expectations from page one.
Speaker Bio
Linda Ruggeri is a bilingual (English/Spanish) nonfiction author, editor, and speaker based in Napa Valley, California. She is the author of the award-winning book Networking for Writers (2025 IBPA Gold Medal) and co-author of Networking for Freelance Editors. As the founder of The Networking Studio, a professional community for writers and editors, Linda helps creatives build authentic, sustainable careers through connection and mentorship. A first-generation Latinx American, she brings a multicultural perspective to the world of publishing and editorial networking.
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