AI in publishing Archives

When Publishing Giants Stumble: Amazon’s Paris Problem and Audible’s Budget Play

French booksellers kicked Amazon out of Paris Book Festival while Audible launched budget subscriptions and the Authors Guild expanded human authorship certification. These seemingly separate events reveal a publishing industry grappling with Big Tech dominance and authenticity.

AI Voices Are Reading Us Into the Future (Whether We Like It or Not)

Bookwire and Eleven Labs are launching AI-narrated audiobooks in 15+ languages, potentially revolutionizing audiobook production costs and accessibility. This partnership represents both exciting opportunities for indie authors and concerning implications for traditional voice actors.