by Deena Rae | Jul 21, 2025 | News and Trends
Senators are scrutinizing AI training on copyrighted books, and courts are green-lighting class actions against firms like Anthropic. Authors must update contracts, press for legislative clarity, and demand transparency on AI use to safeguard creative rights.
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by Deena Rae | Jul 18, 2025 | Book Reviews
A dark, hopeful epic fantasy, Shadows of the Elders by Will Elm is a raw, thoughtful exploration of trauma, survival, and the power of chosen legacy.
by Deena Rae | Jul 16, 2025 | Phase 2, Publishing Tips
Did you know Amazon charges authors a hidden delivery fee on every ebook sold? If your file is too large, you could be handing over profits without even realizing it. Learn what these charges are, how they work, and the simple ways to reduce them—without sacrificing your reader’s experience.
by Deena Rae | Jul 14, 2025 | News and Trends
The UK’s 2026 National Year of Reading unites publishers, sports leagues, and charities to spark a reading revolution. Learn how America could adapt this model—leveraging NFL partnerships, school funding, and digital campaigns—to close literacy gaps and build lifelong readers.
by Deena Rae | Jul 11, 2025 | Book Reviews
Emotional, real, and tender—Back in the Saddle by Cynthia Terelst is a slow-burn second-chance romance about rediscovering love, family, and purpose on a rural Aussie horse stud.
by Deena Rae | Jul 9, 2025 | Phase 2, Publishing Tips
TL;DR: Don’t Do It.
Microsoft Word is a great word processor—but a terrible publishing tool.
Sure, Amazon lets you upload a .docx file, but that doesn’t mean you should. Here’s why Word falls short—and what indie authors should use instead.
by Deena Rae | Jul 7, 2025 | News and Trends
Over 70 authors have signed an open letter urging publishers to halt AI-generated books without consent or compensation. They demand human editorial roles and narrators stay in place. Read why this matters—and how responsible AI can protect creativity and trust in storytelling.
by Deena Rae | Jul 4, 2025 | Book Reviews
Dive into Something to Dream On by Diane Rinella—an emotionally intense second-chance romance that explores trauma, trust, and the healing power of love.
by Deena Rae | Jul 2, 2025 | Phase 2, Publishing Tips
Think self-publishing is free? Think again. From editing and design to ISBNs and ads, this post breaks down the real costs of doing it right—and why cutting corners could cost you more in the long run.
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