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Spotify Moves to Expand Audiobook Access With In-App Purchases—If Apple Allows It
Spotify is poised to take a major step forward in reshaping the digital audiobook market.
Trump Fires First Woman and African American Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden
In a move already sparking widespread backlash across political and cultural spheres, President Donald Trump has fired Librarian of Congress Dr. Carla Hayden, ending her tenure with a brief and unceremonious email.
Bookshop.org Booms with eBooks and Indie Support in Wake of Political Shift
Bookshop.org, the online retailer known for championing independent bookstores, is experiencing a powerful resurgence in 2025—fueled by a timely combination of political awareness, strategic upgrades, and a bold expansion into digital formats.
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Master the Art of Nail-Biting Tension
The Fyre Fest of Book Festivals? What Really Happened at A Million Lives Book Festival
The A Million Lives Book Festival, held May 2-3, 2025, at the Baltimore Convention Center, was marketed as a celebration of literature, creativity, and community.
A Quiet Silencing: NEA Withdraws Literary Grants Amid Sudden Policy Shift
In a late-night sweep that sent shockwaves through the literary world, the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) began withdrawing and terminating grant offers to dozens of publishers, literary magazines, and arts organizations on Friday, following President Trump’s proposed defunding of the agency in the 2025 federal budget.
Fast-Tracked Romance: Authors Equity Teams Up with Lyx to Revolutionize Series Publishing
In a bold move that could reshape the romance publishing landscape in North America, Authors Equity has announced a strategic partnership with German romance giant Lyx to launch a rapid-release program for hit romance titles.
NetGalley Restores Kobo Access and Deepens Integration with Upcoming Booktrovert Launch
NetGalley has announced a long-awaited fix for Kobo users, resolving one of the biggest frustrations since the launch of its in-browser NetGalley Shelf Reader earlier this year.
A Community of Book Lovers: How 300 People Formed a Human Chain to Save a Beloved Bookstore
In a scene straight out of a feel-good novel, 300 residents of Chelsea, Michigan came together in an extraordinary act of kindness to help Serendipity Books relocate to a new home.
NaNoWriMo Announces Closure Amid Financial Struggles and AI Controversy
After decades of inspiring writers worldwide, National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) has officially announced it will shut down, citing financial challenges and a year of controversy that shook the organization’s foundation.
Abrams Faces Backlash After Hiring Controversial Consultant Ahead of Union Vote
As Abrams employees prepare for a union election, the company has stirred controversy by hiring a consultant with ties to anti-union campaigns.
New Chapter for a Wichita Gem: Watermark Books & Café Welcomes New Owners
After 30 years of passionate stewardship, Watermark Books & Café, a beloved literary and community hub in Wichita, Kansas, has turned the page to a new chapter.
McNally Jackson Unveils Biannual Book Festival Celebrating Ideas Beyond the Page
One of New York City’s most beloved indie bookstores is turning the page on traditional book promotion with an ambitious new venture.
Spotify Pledges €1 Million to Boost French and Dutch Audiobook Production—Human and AI Voices Alike
Spotify is turning up the volume on non-English storytelling.
New Tariffs Could Raise Book Prices and Undercut U.S. Publishers Abroad
The cost of reading may be about to climb.
Abrams Books Employees Take Steps to Unionize for Fair Pay and Transparency
Employees at acclaimed independent publisher Abrams Books are writing a new chapter—this time, for their own future.
Whispers of Resistance: Inside Ukraine’s Secret Book Clubs Defying Russia’s War on Identity
In a quiet flat somewhere in occupied Ukraine, a group of teenagers meets in secret.
No Soul, No Rights: U.S. Copyright Office Reaffirms That Only Human Creativity Is Protected by Law
n a digital age increasingly dominated by artificial intelligence, the U.S. Copyright Office has drawn a firm line in the sand: copyright is for humans—full stop.
How to Disable Microsoft Copilot—and Why Authors Should Seriously Consider It
Microsoft’s new AI assistant, Copilot, is being rolled out across Windows 11, Microsoft 365, and Edge—offering everything from automated writing help to summarizing documents and answering emails with a click
When the Dream Becomes a Disaster: How a Crowdfunded Publisher Left Authors in Limbo
Publishing a book is supposed to be a celebration — the culmination of years of hard work, heartache, and hope.
Hearts, Heat, and Hardcovers: NZ’s First Romance-Focused Bookstore to Open in Auckland
Nestled among the storefronts of Remuera Road in Auckland, a bold new venture is about to open its doors—one that’s all heart, quite a bit of heat, and a love letter to the booming genre that’s taken the literary world (and BookTok) by storm.
‘Sunrise on the Reaping’ Ignites Sales, Sells 1.5 Million Copies in First Week and Breaks Hunger Games Records
The odds are still ever in Suzanne Collins’ favor.
Meta vs. The Creators: AI Ambition, Stolen Books, and the Battle for Intellectual Property
As the race to dominate artificial intelligence intensifies, tech giants are cutting corners—and authors are paying the price.
Iowa Judge Strikes Down Controversial Book Ban Law—Again
A Win for Free Expression in Schools
L.J. Smith, Creator of The Vampire Diaries, Passes Away at 66
A Legacy of Love, Loss, and Supernatural Legends
PEN America Literary Awards Face Renewed Backlash Amid Author Withdrawals
For the second year in a row, the PEN America Literary Awards are under scrutiny as authors continue to distance themselves from the organization in protest over its stance on the Israel-Hamas conflict.
Stolen Stories, Rising Voices: What Authors Must Know About Meta’s AI Book Scraping Scandal
In a startling revelation shaking the literary world, Meta and other major AI companies are now under fire for scraping over 7.5 million pirated books—allegedly used to train their AI systems without permission or payment.
Banned but Not Silenced: Careless People Becomes a Bestseller Despite Meta’s Legal Block
Careless People by Sarah Wynn-Williams (Macmillan) has defied all odds, soaring onto bestseller charts despite its author being legally barred from promoting it.
Unmasking Mystery Plotcraft Workshop by Autocrit
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Federal Order Targets Library Support: IMLS Faces Closure Amid Budget Cuts
In a significant policy shift, a new executive order issued Friday mandates the dismantling of the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS)—the sole federal agency dedicated to supporting libraries across the United States.