TLDR:
- Hypnovels is a new AI tool that turns novels into audiovisual excerpts that authors can share on social media.
- The tool aims to help authors create engaging content to promote their books in a crowded market.
Most people who read a lot will tell you that many of the novels they love are often not included in “best books of the year” lists due to lack of awareness. Hypnovels, developed by Silverside AI, allows authors to create video representations of their prose to engage readers. The tool crunches the excerpt and generates a video based on the genre and themes of the novel, creating a “hypnotic dream” that captures the essence of the story. Authors can choose from visual themes and AI voices to narrate their prose, making the content more engaging for potential readers.
The idea for Hypnovels came from PJ Pereira, founder of Silverside AI, who wanted to promote his own novel using AI technology. While the lack of control over the video output may be frustrating for some, the random nature of the visuals adds an element of novelty to the storytelling experience. As an early work in progress, Hypnovels is currently free to use, with plans to transition to a paid service in the future.
AI technology in the creative industry raises questions about the future of human-written works. While AI may pose a threat to traditional authors, tools like Hypnovels can help amplify the voices of lesser-known writers by creating engaging content that stands out in a crowded market. Despite concerns about AI replacing human creativity, it can also be harnessed as a tool to support and promote literary works in new and innovative ways.