It’s break time, writers. We have a lot of publishing news to get through today, and we’re continuing with our four-part series on how to write better than AI.

• 10 Things Author-Publishers Should Know About Amazon Advantage
• AI book publishing platform Spines raises $6.5M to disrupt centuries-old industry - SiliconANGLE
• Fake AI law firms are sending fake DMCA threats to generate fake SEO gains | Ars Technica
• The Bookseller - News - Trade debates shift towards shorter books for children
• How One Author Pushed the Limits of AI Copyright | WIRED
• PEN America Cancels 2024 Literary Awards Ceremony
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