Writing Update: My New Novels & How AI is Helping with My First Screenplay
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Introduction
I’m excited to share the latest on my writing journey, particularly focusing on my new novels and how AI assistance is enhancing my screenplay for "Amma."
New Novel: A Psychological Ghost Story
I am nearing the completion of the first draft of my next novel, which will be a ghost story, distinct from the nature of "Amma." While "Amma" is characterized by outlandish gore and brutal violence, this new project is shaping up to be more of a psychological horror. Although there are bits of brutal violence included, it takes a different approach than what readers experienced in "Amma."
Without delving into spoilers, the story revolves around a man grappling with a traumatic event from his past as he attempts to move forward with his life. His journey leads him to uncover a dark secret about an old house and its former inhabitants. This situation compels him to act decisively, shedding light on the buried secret, with the hope that doing so will alleviate his own inner pain. The themes of loss and regret are intimately explored in this narrative, and it may be quite disturbing for those who find resonance with these emotions. This is a ghost story that transcends the spectral; it delves into the mental hauntings that linger in our memories.
Rewriting My Other Novel
As for another novel I’m working on, I am in the process of rewriting it. Initially written in the first person, I've decided that this narrative style no longer fits my vision for the story. Despite reaching the 50,000-word mark before realizing this, I’m prepared for the considerable rewriting that lies ahead. I am keeping the details of this second novel under wraps for now, as the story is still evolving and I have yet to determine its final direction.
Screenplay for "Amma" and AI Assistance
Last but not least, I am currently working on the screenplay for "Amma." To help refine and polish this screenplay, I’ve turned to ChatGPT. So far, the assistance has been promising. While the screenplay isn’t ready for Hollywood yet, the input from ChatGPT is proving to be valuable in enhancing the overall quality of the script. I might also consider sending out the finished version to a few filmmakers for fun, but my primary plan remains to produce the film version myself using AI technologies.
That’s all for now on my writing endeavors. Thank you for your interest, and I'll share more updates soon!
Keyword
- Ghost story
- Psychological horror
- Trauma
- Secrets
- Loss
- Regret
- Rewriting
- Screenplay
- AI assistance
FAQ
Q: What genre is Daniel's new novel?
A: Daniel's new novel is a psychological ghost story.
Q: How does this new novel differ from "Amma"?
A: Unlike "Amma," which is characterized by extreme violence, this novel focuses on psychological horror and emotional themes like loss and regret.
Q: Why is Daniel rewriting his other novel?
A: He initially wrote the novel in the first person but decided against this style, leading to the need for rewriting.
Q: How is AI helping Daniel with his screenplay for "Amma"?
A: Daniel is using ChatGPT to polish and refine his screenplay, which has been beneficial in improving its quality.
Q: Will Daniel be submitting his screenplay to Hollywood?
A: While the screenplay isn’t ready yet, he considers sending it to a few filmmakers just for fun. His main goal is to produce the film himself.