You’ve ghost written an opinion piece for your Chief Executive - do you disclose this to media? AI helped edit your manuscript or short story – do you mention this to your publisher?

Building on the theoretical foundations explored in our previous session, this workshop with Lawrence Green and Emily Broadmore focuses on the practical decisions writers must make when using AI tools in their creative practice.

Drawing from her experience at Heft Communications and as founder of Folly Journal, Emily offers valuable insights into maintaining creative authenticity while embracing technological tools. Lawrence complements this with strategies for effective AI integration.

Through hands-on activities and case studies, you'll:

• Develop personal guidelines for ethical AI usage in your writing

• Explore transparency practices that maintain reader trust

• Create practical workflows that incorporate AI while maintaining creative integrity

This workshop offers concrete strategies for writers seeking to navigate the complex terrain between human and machine creativity. Leave with a personalised framework that honours both technological innovation and your values as a writer. Come with your laptop, favourite AI tool (we recommend Claude AI) and a piece of work you would like to experiment with (or we can provide a workshop example).

These workshops are part of Heft Communications and the Wellington Writers Studio's commitment to exploring how emerging technologies can support exceptional storytelling while preserving the authentic human voice that lies at the heart of meaningful writing.