Free seminar for writers: Copyright, AI, and creative collaboration
Authors rarely create in isolation. Whether you’re working with an editor, illustrator, translator, audiobook narrator, or another creative partner, AI raises questions worth discussing before a project begins: Which tools can be used? What should your agreement say? And what does copyright protect? The Authors Guild and the National Association of Voice Actors are hosting…
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Publishing Scams Are Getting Smarter—Here’s How I Investigated One
I received an email that every aspiring author dreams about—an unsolicited message from someone claiming to be an editor at a major publishing house.
It was polished. Personal. Convincing.
Then I started…
This Book Was Written by a Human (Probably): AI Disclaimers in 2026
Publishing in 2026 has produced a new form of writer anxiety: the AI disclaimer.
Some authors disclose AI use.
Some advertise that no AI was used. Some do both, which is an…
Copyright Protection and AI-Generated Work: Can You Copyright AI-Assisted Writing?
Writers: you can still copyright your novel if you used AI—but only the human-authored portions are protectable. Here’s a clear, practical breakdown of what counts, what doesn’t, and how to…
When AI Crosses the Line: What SHY GIRL Means for Writers
In a move that’s sending ripples through the publishing industry, Hachette Book Group recently cancelled the U.S. and U.K. publication of Shy Girl by Mia Ballard after evidence surfaced that the manuscript…
How to Negotiate a Publishing Contract Without Killing the Deal
Most authors worry that negotiation will sink their book deal. In reality, the clauses you don’t question are the ones that follow you for years. Here’s a practical guide on…
Small Press Publishing Contract Checklist: What Authors Should Review Before Signing
For many writers, an offer from a small press feels like validation wrapped in a PDF. The language is friendlier than a Big Five contract. The editor seems accessible. The…