Tag: Authors
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So Relieved: Final Hours of a Writer Who Chose His Ending
Introduction: A quiet end, a bold choice In a sunlit room where the morning light falls softly across a neatly made bed, a writer faces the final hours of a life spent shaping narratives. This is not a tale of triumph or tragedy in the traditional sense, but a meditation on authorship and the extraordinary…
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So Relieved: A Writer Chooses How His Story Ends
Introduction: The Moment of Decision The sun pours through the windows, throwing quiet gold across the clutter of a writer’s desk. In a sparse bedroom, a writer—imagined and real in equal measure—rests against a pile of pillows, a small, almost smug smile playing on his lips. This is not a scene from a novel, but…
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Hal Wake: A Crucial Figure in Canadian Books and Literature
Remembering Hal Wake, a towering presence in Canadian letters Hal Wake, the former head of the Vancouver Writers Fest, left an indelible mark on Canadian literature. With his signature white hair, Santa Claus beard, and a zest for storytelling, Wake was more than an organizer of events; he was a catalyst who connected readers with…
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Novelists worried AI could replace them, Cambridge report finds
Overview: AI and the fear among novelists A new Cambridge-led study highlights a growing anxiety in the literary world: artificial intelligence could eventually replace the work of many novelists. The report, conducted by researchers at the Minderoo Centre for Technology & Democracy, surveyed a broad spectrum of writers and found that roughly half of respondents…
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Authors Win Landmark Case Over AI Training Piracy
Headline victory could redefine AI training norms Three high-profile authors—Andrea Bartz, Kirk Wallace Johnson, and Charles Graeber—made headlines by becoming named plaintiffs in a landmark class-action lawsuit accusing AI developers of pirating their books to train artificial intelligence. The case, one of the first major tests of how copyright law applies to machine learning data,…
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Bookbuzz Foundation, EU partner to groom next generation of children authors
Bookbuzz Foundation and EU Partner to Nurture Nigeria’s Young Authors The Bookbuzz Foundation has joined forces with the European Union to kick off the Nigeria Picture Book Project, a program designed to cultivate the next generation of children’s authors in Nigeria. The launch, held at Ouida in Opebi, Lagos, brought together writers, artists, educators, and…
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La Belle et Haute Saison: A Literary Revival
Introduction to La Belle et Haute Saison La belle et haute saison marks an exciting time for literature enthusiasts, as it signifies the arrival of fresh literary works that invigorate the reading landscape. Since August, the literary world has come alive with new releases from a lineup of talented authors, including Paul Kawczak, Gabrielle Boulianne-Tremblay,…
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Manila International Book Fair 2025: A Celebration of Literature
Exciting Return of the Manila International Book Fair The much-anticipated Manila International Book Fair (MIBF) is back! From September 10 to 14, 2025, literary enthusiasts from across the Philippines and beyond will gather for a celebration of literature, learning, and cultural exchange. As the country’s largest and longest-running book fair, the MIBF has established itself…
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Apple Faces Lawsuit Over AI Training with Copyrighted Books
Introduction to the Lawsuit Against Apple On September 5, 2023, a group of authors filed a lawsuit against Apple, alleging that the tech giant unlawfully utilized their copyrighted books to train its artificial intelligence (AI) systems. The legal action underscores a growing concern among creators regarding the use of their intellectual property in technology development,…
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Apple Faces Lawsuit from Authors Over AI Training Practices
Introduction In a groundbreaking lawsuit filed on September 5, technology giant Apple is accused of unlawfully using copyrighted books to train its artificial intelligence (AI) systems. This legal battle highlights the ongoing conflict between technological advancements and intellectual property rights, raising significant questions about the future of AI training and copyright protections. Background on the…