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He emphasizes the importance of clear prompts and reflection—asking the AI to restate and verify understanding—so that the story’s core remains aligned with his vision.
Final Reflections and Next Steps
Shapiro concludes with enthusiasm, noting that this detailed brainstorming and outlining process makes for a solid foundation to develop a full novel. He plans to set the story during Trajan’s reign, structured around major historical events, and to gradually flesh out finer details, including precise dates and more character-specific motivations.