AI and Publishing: FAQ for Writers
The article provides a comprehensive FAQ for writers on how U.S. copyright law treats AI‑assisted and AI‑generated works, outlining when authors can claim copyright and when they cannot. It explains recent court decisions on AI training fair use, highlighting split rulings that leave the legal landscape uncertain. The guide also details publishers’ AI licensing practices, recommended contract clauses, and the limits of AI‑detection tools. Finally, it emphasizes that authors retain rights over AI training unless they grant explicit permission, and that industry standards are still evolving.
On the List: Beth Is Dead by Katie Bernet
Dallas‑based writer Katie Bernet’s debut novel finally hit shelves after a decade‑long effort, spanning ten years and six separate manuscript drafts. The prolonged development underscores the arduous path many first‑time authors face before securing a publishing contract. Bernet’s experience was...
New UK Bestseller List: BookTok Charts
A new UK bestseller list, dubbed the BookTok Charts, has been launched through a partnership between NielsenIQ and Media Control. The chart uniquely blends verified retail sales figures with engagement data from the BookTok community on TikTok. By integrating social...
My Concerns About the Authors Guild Human Authored Certification—And Their Comprehensive Response
The Authors Guild has broadened its Human Authored Certification, allowing any writer to obtain the mark for a $10 fee. The program relies on an honor system, with authors self‑certifying that their text contains only minimal AI‑assisted editing and no...
Zenòdot: Discover a Book’s Translations Worldwide
Spanish author launched Zenòdot, a searchable database that tells whether a book has been translated into a given language. The tool compiles rights‑holder data, ISBN records and publisher announcements to provide real‑time translation status worldwide. By allowing readers, agents and...
Ebook Distributor Bookwire and Eleven Labs Partner Up
Bookwire, a leading ebook distributor, has announced a partnership with AI voice pioneer Eleven Labs to launch AI‑narrated audiobooks. The new titles will be streamed through Eleven Labs' Eleven Reader app and will initially support more than a dozen languages....
When the Comments Section Is Challenging
Lea Page recounts a harrowing comment she received after publishing a Huffington Post piece on empathy, illustrating how women often endure gendered harassment online. Instead of silencing herself, she reclaimed the insult “sea hag,” turning it into a personal brand...
Base Your Story Structure on Principles, Not Systems
The article argues that writers should base story structure on underlying principles rather than rigid systems. It outlines three core functions of structure: advancing the plot, reflecting the character’s journey, and shaping the reader’s experience. Real‑world examples—from *White Mulberry* to...
New Literary Agency: Lingua Nova
Jaidree Braddix, former head of publishing at ARC Collective, has founded Lingua Nova, a new literary agency dedicated to nonfiction. The agency aims to represent a mix of emerging and established nonfiction writers, leveraging Braddix’s industry contacts. Lingua Nova enters...
Agencies Partner up to Represent Authors of Romance and More
The Gernert Company and Bookcase Literary Agency announced a partnership to jointly represent self‑published and debut authors of commercial fiction aimed at women, including romance. The collaboration pools the agencies’ editorial, sales, and rights expertise to broaden market reach. By...