Harry Potter finds new role in AI research

The enduring influence of Harry Potter on AI research showcases how the story transcends time, audiences and technology.
Amazon stops AI-written book plagiarising activist Jennifer Holleman

Controversy erupts as Amazon faces plagiarism scandal with AI-generated book mirroring Jennifer Holleman’s work
Palestinian poet Mosab Abu Toha pleads Biden for ceasefire in Gaza

A heartfelt plea for peace in Gaza: Palestinian poet Mosab Abu Toha pens letter to President Biden calling for ceasefire.
How to process grief with Totally Fine author Tiffany Philippou

“Totally Fine” author Tiffany Philippou spoke to How To Be Books about how she attempted to process the loss and grief of her boyfriend.
Florida school district pulls 700 books, impacting Jewish works

Florida school district removes almost 700 books, including works by Jewish authors and writings about the Holocaust.
Publishing Wrapped: notable book industry moments of 2023

Publishing challenges in 2023 included AI, book bans, diversity, and industry shifts – what we’ve gathered over the last year.
PEN America to tell authors when books are banned

PEN America and Scholastic unite to inform authors about when their books are banned, and protect the freedom to read.
Ex-soldier jailed for arson plot attack on left-wing bookshop

Ex-soldier sentenced to prison for planning arson attack on left-wing bookshop fuelled by extremist beliefs.
More nonfiction authors added to lawsuit against OpenAI and Microsoft

Authors Guild expands lawsuit adding 12 more nonfiction authors against OpenAI and Microsoft for copyright infringement in AI model training.
Top nonfiction books we read in 2023: 26 mini reviews of our favourites

Explore our top nonfiction books of 2023, from gripping memoirs to eye-opening investigations, and discover new perspectives.