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The ABCs of Author Accounting by Autocrit
Join author and business expert D.F. Hart for this engaging two-hour workshop specifically created for authors looking to manage their finances with clarity and confidence.
Build Your Author Platform + Network by Book Publicity School
Want to create a good-looking and effective author website that doesn’t break the bank?
Book of the Month Responds to AI Backlash Surrounding James Frey’s Latest Novel
As generative AI continues to reshape creative industries, the publishing world finds itself at the heart of a heated debate—this time involving controversial author James Frey and his upcoming novel, Next to Heaven, set to release June 17.
Choose Your Own Adventure Workshop by Autocrit
Embark on Your Interactive Storytelling Journey!
AI and the Romance Novel: Navigating the New Frontier of Love and Literature
In the evolving landscape of romance literature, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as both a tool and a topic of contention.
Fated Mates Podcast
The most listened to romance novel podcast, Fated Mates is co-hosted by bestselling author Sarah MacLean and romance critic Jen Prokop.
The Fiction Forge: Write Your Novel in 60 Days by Autocrit
Bring your book to life in just 60 days with this supportive guided program.
Fifth Circuit Reverses Course, Greenlights Texas Library’s Controversial Book Removals
In a sharp and deeply divisive 10–7 decision, the full U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit ruled in favor of Llano County, Texas, overturning previous decisions that had blocked the local library’s removal of select books.
Union Wins at Abrams: Employees Secure Major Victory, Bargaining Begins
Employees at Abrams Books, the renowned publishing house behind beloved titles such as Diary of a Wimpy Kid and The Art of Star Wars, have voted decisively to unionize.
Barnes & Noble to Share Space and Shelves With Seattle’s Historic University Book Store
After more than a century as a cornerstone of Seattle’s literary community, the University Book Store is turning a new page—by sharing its iconic U District space with retail giant Barnes & Noble.
The Strand Bookstore Expands to Lincoln Center
Preserving Shakespeare & Co.’s Legacy
Alison Chambers Giveaway
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Writing Time Travel Fiction by Autocrit
Bend Time. Break Rules. Tell Unforgettable Stories.
Taylor Jenkins Reid Inks Five-Book Deal Worth $40 Million, Redefining Bestseller Success
Bestselling author Taylor Jenkins Reid, known for her powerhouse novels that blend glitz, heartbreak, and unforgettable characters, is making headlines again—this time for a jaw-dropping book deal reportedly worth $40 million.
Steampunk Fantasy Workshop by Autocrit
Just one more day until we step into the smoke and steam…
So You Want to Write Romance by RWA
A one day workshop for aspiring romance authors.
Audible Embraces AI Future with Narration and Translation Services for Publishers
Audible has officially unveiled a suite of AI-powered services designed to transform audiobook production for publishers, including fully integrated AI narration and upcoming machine translation tools.
Genre Trends & Industry Insights by Autocrit
Unlock the Secrets to Navigating Changing Reader Preferences
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.
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.
The Chances Trilogy Box Set by Martha O’Sullivan
Get it in May for $2.99
Alexis Morgan Giveaway
Win a copy of The Firefighter Next Door by Alexis Morgan
Narrative Tension Workshop by Autocrit
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.
Gameplay & Strategy for Authors by Autocrit
When was the last time a story truly took your breath away? Or a game had your heart pounding from one bold roll of the dice?
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.