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Plainspoken Tech for Seniors · Book 1
AI for Seniors, Plainly Explained
A Large-Print, Step-by-Step Guide to Using AI Assistants Safely in Everyday Life: Write Emails, Plan Trips, Understand Letters, and Spot AI Scams
By Graham Tulley · Works with ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot, Claude and Meta AI
Coming soon to Amazon
Coming soon to Amazon
Large-print paperback and Kindle ebook, from Amazon in the US, UK, Canada, Australia and other countries.
About this book
Curious about AI assistants like ChatGPT, Gemini and Copilot, but not sure where to start or whether it’s safe?
Everyone seems to be talking about AI. Your grandkids use it. The news warns about it. And somewhere in between, you’re wondering: Is this for me? Could I break something? Could I get scammed?
This large-print guide answers all of that, slowly and clearly. It starts from the very beginning and builds up one small step at a time.
Inside, you'll learn how to:
- Choose and set up an AI assistant on your phone, tablet or computer, and avoid the fake copycat apps
- Have your first conversation by typing or simply talking out loud
- Ask so you get great answers with the easy-to-remember TALK method
- Write emails, cards and letters that still sound like you
- Prepare for doctor visits and understand confusing letters and bills
- Plan trips, find recipes, identify plants and learn something new every day
- Point your camera at small print and have it read to you
- Record family stories for your grandchildren
- Spot the new AI scams, including cloned voices of loved ones and fake celebrity videos
- Protect your privacy and know exactly what never to type in
Made for real readers
- 101 ready-to-use prompts you can copy word for word
- "Plain Talk" boxes that explain every tech word
- Quick-reference cards
- A free printable AI Starter & Scam-Stopper Kit
- Large print in a typeface designed for low vision
Who it's for
Complete beginners and the "a little rusty", whether you're 60 or 90. Also a thoughtful gift for a parent or grandparent who keeps hearing about AI and wants a calm, honest introduction.
Book details
| Series | Plainspoken Tech for Seniors, Book 1 |
|---|---|
| Author | Graham Tulley |
| Publisher | Plainspoken Tech |
| Formats | Paperback and Kindle ebook |
| Paperback | 241 pages · 7 × 10 in · black and white |
| Print size | Large print: 15-point Atkinson Hyperlegible |
| Covers | Works with ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot, Claude and Meta AI |
| Language | English (US spelling) |
| Availability | Coming soon to Amazon |
What's inside: table of contents
- Introduction: How to Use This Book (and a Free Gift)
- Chapter 1: What AI Actually Is (and What It Isn't)
- Chapter 2: Choosing Your Assistant and Getting Set Up
- Chapter 3: Your First Conversation
- Chapter 4: The TALK Method: How to Ask So You Get Great Answers
- Chapter 5: Your Everyday Writing Helper
- Chapter 6: Health Appointments and Medical Letters
- Chapter 7: Money, Bills and Paperwork
- Chapter 8: Travel, Hobbies and Lifelong Learning
- Chapter 9: Show It a Picture: Using Your Camera and Voice With AI
- Chapter 10: Family Stories, Memories and Staying Connected
- Chapter 11: AI Scams: How Criminals Use AI, and How to Stop Them
- Chapter 12: Privacy, Accuracy and Staying in Control
- Chapter 13: Troubleshooting and Common Questions
- Appendix A: 101 Ready-to-Use Prompts
- Appendix B: Glossary
- Appendix C: Quick-Reference Cards
- A Note From Graham
Questions about AI for Seniors
Do I have to pay for an AI assistant to use this book?
No. The free versions of the main assistants cover almost everything in the book. It explains what the paid plans add, so you can decide for yourself whether you ever need one.
Which AI assistants does it cover?
ChatGPT, Google Gemini, Microsoft Copilot, Claude and Meta AI. The book suggests starting with one free assistant and shows you how to install the real app, not a copycat.
I've never used AI. Is this too advanced for me?
No. It starts with what AI actually is, then walks you through your very first conversation, one numbered step at a time. Every tech word is explained in a Plain Talk box.
Is it safe to use AI?
It can be, if you follow a few simple rules. The book has a full chapter on privacy and accuracy, including the short list of things you should never type into any AI, and a chapter on how criminals use AI and how to stop them.
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Book 4 of 5Your iPad, Plainly Explained
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Book 5 of 5Your Android Phone, Plainly Explained
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This book is independent and is not affiliated with, authorized, sponsored or endorsed by OpenAI, Google, Microsoft, Anthropic or Meta. ChatGPT is a trademark of OpenAI. Other product names are trademarks of their respective owners and are used only to describe compatibility.