by Deena Rae | Aug 4, 2025 | News and Trends
Bookshops are hosting “read-dating” nights where singles swap favorite titles in speed-date rounds—sparking romance and boosting sales. Learn how to set up your own event: partnerships, format, marketing, and follow-up tips.
by Deena Rae | Jul 28, 2025 | News and Trends
AI-driven LLMs now favor authoritative, structured journalism—boosting premium publishers over clickbait. Learn how conversational ads, answer-layer sponsorships, and citation metrics can transform revenue models.
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 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 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 | Jun 30, 2025 | News and Trends
Audible’s AI-narrated audiobooks offer cheaper, multilingual production—but voices and creators are pushing back. They demand consent, labeling, and royalties. As EU regulators watch, we must balance innovation with respect for human artistry in audio storytelling.
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by Deena Rae | Jun 23, 2025 | News and Trends
Publishing power is shifting—PRH UK unionizes, AI narrators rise, and diverse YA voices shine. Learn how unions, tech, and community promotion are redefining industry norms.
by Deena Rae | Jun 9, 2025 | News and Trends
Discover how publishers can ethically integrate generative AI—protecting author rights, preserving creative voice, and setting industry standards.
by Deena Rae | Jun 2, 2025 | News and Trends
Unbound, the crowdfunded publisher, entered administration in May 2025, leaving authors with unpaid royalties. Boundless—its successor—promises to settle debts once cash flow improves. Authors and backers are urged to vet financial safeguards before crowdfunding. Learn what steps writers can take to protect their work and income.
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