As we venture towards an increasingly digital landscape, various aspects of our lives have been significantly impacted. From how we communicate to how we work, progress in technology continues to astound us. One of the fields where artificial intelligence has found its way is literature and book writing.

Though initially a sceptical bunch, writers and authors have warmed up to the potential of artificial intelligence in enhancing their craft. AI doesn't aim to replace human intelligence, but to augment it. This blog investigates the evolution of literature in this age of AI and how authors are incorporating it into their work.

AI is now used to generate novel textual content or offer suggestions to writers. Known as predictive typing, this technology uses deep learning algorithms to guess the next word or phrase you plan to write. This can speed up the writing process, making it a valuable tool for authors.

Tools like the OpenAI’s GPT-3 have stunned us with their linguistic prowess, mimicking human-like text with surprising accuracy. They can even pen an entire novel in a defined style. Not only does this offer an exciting prospect for writers looking to emulate the style of literary giants for their novels, but it also opens opportunities for more interactive and personalized reader experiences.

However, a tool is only as good as the hand that wields it and the same extends to AI. Despite promising prospects, critics question the ability of AI to replicate human creativity. There's a unique sense of personal touch and experience in literature that a machine simply can't replicate. They stress that artificial intelligence should be seen as an additional tool, not a replacement.

As we stand on the cusp of an exciting new era for literature, we should celebrate the potential of AI while also fostering our uniquely human creativity. The future of literature isn't a battlefield between man and machine, but a symphony of the two producing beautiful prose never imagined before.