As someone who's spent countless hours staring at a blank page, I was both skeptical and intrigued by 'Writing Fiction with ChatGPT'. The book promises to revolutionize the writing process, and after testing its methods, I've got some strong opinions.

The Good: This isn't just a collection of AI prompts. The author provides an incredibly detailed framework for integrating ChatGPT into your writing workflow. I particularly loved the character development templates - feeding my rough character sketches into ChatGPT and getting back nuanced personality traits felt like magic. The plotting exercises helped me break through a nasty case of writer's block in my current novel.

The Not-So-Good: Some sections feel overly optimistic about AI's capabilities. While ChatGPT is great for generating ideas, the prose it produces often lacks soul. I found myself rewriting most AI-generated passages to match my voice. Also, the ethical concerns raised by other reviewers are valid - this tool walks a fine line between assistance and potential plagiarism.

Real-World Use: Where this book shines is in pre-writing stages. I now use ChatGPT for brainstorming sessions (with the book's prompt templates) before switching to pure human writing for actual drafting. The bonus resources mentioned in reviews are indeed valuable, though accessing them could be clearer.

Final Verdict: This book delivers what it promises - but with caveats. It's an excellent resource if you view AI as a collaborative tool rather than a replacement for creativity. Just remember: the 'writer' in 'AI-assisted writer' still does most of the heavy lifting.