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KDP Royalty Changes & Invasion of the AI Audiobooks

KDP Royalty Changes & Invasion of the AI Audiobooks

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | May 16, 2025 | Author Update

Introduction (00:01.851) Thomas: KDP royalty changes and invasion of the AI audiobooks. This is Author Update. I’m Thomas Umstatt, Jr. Jonathan: I’m Jonathan Shuerger, and we’re just gonna jump right into it today. Spotify and Patreon Add Buy Buttons...
Author Update: Skype Dies, Romantasy Surges, and Mr. Beast Writes a Book

Author Update: Skype Dies, Romantasy Surges, and Mr. Beast Writes a Book

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | May 9, 2025 | Author Update

Introduction Thomas: Skype dies, Romantasy surges, and Mr. Beast starts writing the bestest, best-selling book ever. Or does he? Find out in this episode of Author Update. I’m Thomas Umstead, Jr. with Jonathan Sugar, and we have a lot of really surprisingly good...
Book Bans, Copyright Trolls Target Authors, and is Social Media Mostly Bots? | Author Update

Book Bans, Copyright Trolls Target Authors, and is Social Media Mostly Bots? | Author Update

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | May 3, 2025 | Author Update

Welcome to Author Update, your go-to source for the latest publishing industry news, marketing strategies, and author advice! In this episode, we dive into crucial developments affecting authors and their publishing journeys. Episode Highlights: 🔍 Social media AI bots...
Does Facebook Think Your Book is Worthless, Author Certification & AI Gets Religion

Does Facebook Think Your Book is Worthless, Author Certification & AI Gets Religion

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Apr 25, 2025 | Author Update

Introduction Thomas: Hello and welcome to Author Update. I’m Thomas Amstat Jr. In this episode we’re going to talk about Meta defending its LLM training by saying novels are worthless, AIs finding religion, OpenAI’s CEO claiming that...
Introducing Author Update

Introducing Author Update

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Apr 16, 2025 | Author Update, News

Learn about our new podcast and YouTube show called Author Update, where you can stay up-to-date on all the latest publishing headlines.

Tariffs Up & NaNoWiMo Closing Down | Author Update

Tariffs Up & NaNoWiMo Closing Down | Author Update

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Apr 4, 2025 | Author Update

Discover how rising tariffs and NaNoWriMo’s closure impact authors in this Author Media update. Get insights and strategies to navigate these challenges and thrive as a writer. Thomas: Welcome to Author Update! I’m Thomas Umstattd Jr. and today we are NOT...
Invasion of the AI Images | Author Update

Invasion of the AI Images | Author Update

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Mar 28, 2025 | Author Update

Explore the rise of AI-generated images and their impact on authors in this Author Update. Learn strategies to adapt and leverage AI tools for your writing success. Outline Amazon Ads Expansion Amazon has recently expanded its sponsored ads, including Sponsored...
Did Meta Steal Your Book? | Author Update

Did Meta Steal Your Book? | Author Update

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Mar 21, 2025 | Author Update

Did Meta steal your book? This Author Media update investigates claims of content misuse, offering authors insights and steps to protect their work in the digital age. Links: Novel Marketing Patreon How to Make Your Author Website Amazing First Email Challenge Patron...

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