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Bestselling Author Calls Publishing a Scam, James Patterson’s Romantasy & Fourth Wing Casting
This month’s book news is bringing the drama! 📚☕ From a bestselling author questioning the traditional publishing industry to James Patterson’s unexpected move into romantasy, October has given us plenty to talk about.
Plus, we’re breaking down the latest Fourth Wing adaptation news, a new Bridgerton spin-off, the future of Crazy Rich Asians, and updates from Goodreads.
What’s happening behind the scenes in publishing, and which book-to-screen announcements have readers talking? Grab your cup and tune in for the latest bookish news and publishing tea!
🎧 Listen to the October Bookish News Report on the Now in Books Podcast.
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20 Oct 2026
Authors Guild Takes On AI Detectors: New Guidelines for Publishers Explained
The Authors Guild just issued new AI guidelines for publishers on using AI detectors and handling undisclosed AI use, as books get canceled over AI allegations.
This week, Eve Laren breaks down what the guidelines recommend and what they could mean for authors, editors, and agents.
In this episode:
• Who the Authors Guild is and the work it does for writers
• Why AI detectors shouldn’t be the sole basis for accusing an author or canceling a contract
• What the Guild wants in publishers’ written AI policies
• And more
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13 Oct 2026
AI in Publishing: The Fight Has Moved Inside - What HarperCollins, Simon & Schuster & Hachette Employees Are Revealing
Publishers have been fighting AI-generated books. But what happens when AI starts making its way inside the publishing industry itself?
A new investigation reveals what employees at HarperCollins, Simon & Schuster, and Hachette say is happening behind the scenes—and why some are pushing back.
Join me this week for the latest news on how AI is impacting the publishing industry.
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