AI, creativity, storytelling and curiosity,
explored one post at a time.
A blog by Mike, retired headteacher, grandad and curious explorer of artificial intelligence, sharing reflections, experiments, stories, prompts and practical thoughts on how AI is changing the way we think and create.
Thoughtful posts, creative experiments, short fiction and honest
reflections on AI and creativity.
Hello, I’m Mike
I’m a retired primary school headteacher, a grandad, a writer, and someone who has become fascinated by the strange, exciting and sometimes unsettling world of AI.
This blog is where I explore that world in a thoughtful and down-to-earth way.
You’ll find posts about AI and creativity, storytelling experiments, short fiction, writing prompts, YouTube ideas, and reflections on how ordinary people can make sense of new technology without needing to speak fluent robot.
New Here? Start with these…
If you’re visiting for the first time, these pages will give you the
best flavour of the blog and help you find your way around.
What This Blog Is About
A short introduction
to The AI Grandad
and the ideas behind it.
AI and Creativity
Key reflections on writing, imagination and authorship.
Creative Experiments
Prompts, projects,
short fiction and
practical tests of
what AI can really do.
Drabble Challenge
100-word creative challenges and playful constraint-based writing.
What You Will Find Here
AI and Creativity – Reflections on how artificial intelligence is changing writing, imagination, art and the creative process.
AI and Experimentation – Prompt ideas, AI tests, practical examples and ways to explore tools for yourself.
Short Stories – Stories written by different Chatbots using a variety of unusual prompts.
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- Thoughtful posts on AI and creativity
- Writing prompts and creative experiments
- Short stories and imaginative pieces
- Practical reflections on tools and ideas
- A calm, human take on a fast-moving subject
Join readers who enjoy curiosity, creativity and a more thoughtful approach to AI.
Beyond The Blog
I also share ideas and experiments through YouTube linked to the themes of this blog.
Why People Read The AI Grandad
AI can feel overwhelming, overhyped or oddly impersonal. This blog takes a different route.
It is not about chasing every shiny new tool. It is about asking better questions, trying things out, sharing what works, and exploring what AI might mean for creativity, learning and everyday life.
If you are curious about AI but prefer a human voice, a thoughtful pace, and a bit less noise, you are in the right place.
Curious About AI? So Am I.
The AI world moves quickly. This blog is my way of slowing it down just enough to think, experiment, write and wonder.
If that sounds like your sort of thing, subscribe and come along for the journey.
One story, one experiment, one cup of tea at a time.
The AI Grandad 