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Author Update

Thomas Umstattd Jr.
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Amazon
Discussion Questions
Book Printing Costs
AI In Publishing
Libgen
Meta
Apple
Romantasy
Sudawrite
Email Marketing
Book Publishing
Reader Magnet
Laptop
Short Fiction
Book Talk
Indie Authors
Nanowimo
Generative AI
Publishing Industry

Here’s what you can expect from Author Update:Publishing News: Stay in the loop on what’s happening in the industry.Advice That Matters: Learn how to make your book irresistible to readers.Live Q&A: Bring your questions and get answers from Thomas Umstattd and Jonathan Shuerger.

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We hit it all. AI, sexism, hiring practices at publishing industries: we are making no money from THIS episode.

We show off our new channel's digs, talking about rising costs and the impact of AI on publishing throughout longer trends. It's a good time.

Listen to Author Update for all the news on Amazon's new video advertising capabilities, their reiteration of bans on the Amazon Associate program, and all the Black Friday deals authors need!

Google's dark pattern, plus new AI tools, upgrades to existing systems and a deep dive into the cozy mystery genre.

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Thomas Umstattd Jr.
Co-host discussing publishing news, trends, and advice for authors.
Jonathan Shuerger
Co-host providing insights on the publishing industry and writers' strategies.

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How The Iran War Will Impact Authors
Q: How will the war in Iran affect authors?
The war will influence market dynamics, reader interests, and narrative trends due to changing societal sentiments related to the conflict.
KDP Royalty Changes & Invasion of the AI Audiobooks
Q: Do you think AI narrated audiobooks will set up an expectation for authors?
Yes, the expectation will grow for authors to provide audiobooks, and readers may begin to leave negative reviews if they don't.
Did Meta Steal Your Book?
Q: Will readers still buy books from authors if AI can generate what they want to read?
Yes, because human judgment and storytelling are irreplaceable aspects that AI cannot replicate effectively.
Did Meta Steal Your Book?
Q: How do you put an entire book into an AI?
Most AI tools have an upload feature for your Word doc, so you can upload directly instead of pasting content.
Did Meta Steal Your Book?
Q: Is all this about AI just a scam to steal authors' books?
No, it's not stealing. AI vectorizes the content to aid in creating discussion guides, not reproducing the original work.

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This podcast focuses on current events and significant developments within the publishing industry, offering insights that are particularly valuable for authors and aspiring writers. The content is rich with discussions on technology's impact, indie publishing trends, and the evolving challenges authors face, especially with the advent of AI and changing market dynamics. Unique features include expert advice aimed at enhancing the author's connection to readers and navigating the complexities of modern publishing through an interactive Q&A format.

Listeners can expect a blend of news commentary and practical tips, along with robust discussions on how to make books appealing amid shifting cultural and industry conditions. The exploration of... more

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