Ryan Keith Howard

Ryan Keith Howard

Writer, Coder, Founder of Bookshaper.ai

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  • Bookshaper
    BookshaperThe writing app that sees your story like an editor does
    Mar 2026
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    Joined Product HuntMarch 13th, 2026

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Sneak peek: AI narrative analysis for fiction authors

I don't know about you, but earlier in my writing journey I was quick to be defensive when it came to copyeditor feedback. While sometimes that knee-jerk reaction was warranted to preserve my story voice, in hindsight it was also a glimpse into my insecurities as a new writer. And then when you add the inconsistent feedback from multiple folks in the business, well it kind of compounds the frustration, doesn't it?

Honestly, I really wish I had Bookshaper back then, because it provides solid feedback, while taking 100% of the emotion out of the process and eliminating the oh-so dreaded copyeditor subjectivity. Don't get me wrong, finding a great copyeditor is in itself invaluable, but it's not an easy thing to do.

What's your biggest frustration with writing tools?

I definitely have a laundry list and I'd love to here yours!

Building Bookshaper AMA — ask me anything

If you're curious about how Bookshaper came about, from the creative side to the technical side, ask away!

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