Amazon halts AI-generated books impersonating author Jane Friedman
Author Jane Friedman may have won the battle against AI-generated books on Amazon, but it’s far from over.
PEN America warns publishers: avoid banning books over moral outrage
PEN America report delves into debates surrounding offence, harm, and banning books, while championing the Freedom to Read.
Prosecraft AI takes down site after being accused of using authors’ works
Prosecraft is accused of stealing copyright from authors using AI-powered writing tools with a notable writer claiming it was “gaslighting”.
Afghan women in darkness as books and education restricted
Increasing Taliban restrictions on education and access to books impact Afghan women – but some are fighting against this.
‘Criminalise librarians’: judge blocks controversial law
Arkansas’ book censorship attempt sparks legal battle, as federal judge’s injunction temporarily stops law to criminalise librarians.
Greta Thunberg quits Edinburgh Book Fest: greenwashing claims
The climate activist Greta Thunberg accused Edinburgh Book Festival of greenwashing due to its ties with Baillie Gifford.
Cost of living crisis’ impact on publishing industry – authors lose out
The publishing industry is facing challenges due to the cost of living crisis – but authors seem to be bearing the brunt of it.
Booker Prize 2023 longlist: 13 fresh books on our startling reality
The 2023 longlist for the Booker Prize – the world’s most influential prize for a single work of fiction
– is announced.
Authors’ mental health and publishing: navigating an emotional journey
It turns out publishing can really affect authors’ mental health. The journey of releasing a book can take a toll hence here are some strategies to manage this.
Polari First Book Prize: 12 thrilling debut reads on longlist
The UK’s only dedicated prize for LGBTQ+ literature has announced it’s 2023 longlists for the Polari Prize and Polari First Book Prize.