AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoRights & Trade: Sharjah International Book Fair retained its lead as the world’s largest copyright-trading fair for a sixth year. Its publishers’ conference recorded 7,980 rights meetings, up more than 140%. AI & Publishing: Debate over AI-generated books continues, with publishers facing questions about quality and transparency and a South African author defending an AI-assisted output of 370 books in 20 months. Industry Watch: Canada’s National Business Book Award shortlist includes publisher Scott McIntyre’s account of the challenges of making a life in Canadian publishing. Market News: Sarah J. Maas’s latest became the UK’s fastest-selling adult fantasy novel, while Cebu’s Art Book Fair returns Nov. 13–15 with more than 120 exhibitors showcasing independent print. Author Risks: Writers report a rise in convincing literary scam pitches, renewing calls to verify unsolicited offers.
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