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- Bestselling Author Calls Publishing a Scam, James Patterson’s Romantasy & Fourth Wing Casting
This month’s book news is bringing the drama! 📚☕ From a bestselling author questioning the traditional publishing industry to James Patterson’s unexpected move into romantasy, October has given us plenty to talk about.
Plus, we’re breaking down the latest Fourth Wing adaptation news, a new Bridgerton spin-off, the future of Crazy Rich Asians, and updates from Goodreads.
What’s happening behind the scenes in publishing, and which book-to-screen announcements have readers talking? Grab your cup and tune in for the latest bookish news and publishing tea!
🎧 Listen to the October Bookish News Report on the Now in Books Podcast.
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21 min - Authors Guild Takes On AI Detectors: New Guidelines for Publishers Explained
The Authors Guild just issued new AI guidelines for publishers on using AI detectors and handling undisclosed AI use, as books get canceled over AI allegations.
This week, Eve Laren breaks down what the guidelines recommend and what they could mean for authors, editors, and agents.
In this episode:
• Who the Authors Guild is and the work it does for writers
• Why AI detectors shouldn’t be the sole basis for accusing an author or canceling a contract
• What the Guild wants in publishers’ written AI policies
• And more📚 Subscribe to the Now in Books Podcast for weekly book recommendations, publishing news, reading trends, and conversations about what's NEW and what's NOW in books.
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19 min - Book Publishers Are Fighting AI in Public but Using It in Private
Publishers have been fighting AI-generated books. But what happens when AI starts making its way inside the publishing industry itself?
A new report reveals what employees at HarperCollins, Simon & Schuster, and Hachette say is happening behind the scenes—and why some are pushing back.
Join me this week for the latest news on how AI is impacting the publishing industry.
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11 min - October 2026 Must-Read Books | Katt Williams, Heather Gay, and More New Books to Read
Want to know which upcoming October 2026 books are worth reading?
Every month, Eve Laren rounds up the biggest and most anticipated book releases, and this month's list is packed with buzzy new releases and books already generating plenty of conversation.
This spoiler-free episode features 10 must-read October book releases, including new books from Freida McFadden, Veronica Roth, Katt Williams, Heather Gay, and more.
If you're looking for your next book club pick, thriller, fantasy, or spooky-season pick, this episode has your October reading list covered.
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19 min - Reap & Sow: Charlotte B. Plumb’s Debut Romantasy Takes on Demons & Dangerous Bargains
What would you give up for the thing you want most?
In Reap & Sow, debut author Charlotte B. Plumb imagines a world where demons can give you exactly what you want—but the price is measured in years of your life.
Join us for this week's episode as Charlotte and I talk about the unexpected inspiration behind her gothic romantasy, her lifelong love of fantasy, and the complicated characters at the heart of her story.
About the Author
Charlotte B. Plumb is a fantasy author living in the UK with her husband, cat, and slightly mad dog. She believes books are the closest anyone can get to real magic, and when she isn't daydreaming about fictional characters, she's at her laptop writing them—if the cat isn't already sitting on it.
Reap & Sow is her debut novel and releases on Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026.
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24 min - The Sixth Faction Review: Is Veronica Roth's New Divergent Book Worth Reading?
Veronica Roth is back with The Sixth Faction, a new Divergent book that reimagines Tris Prior’s story—and I went into it VERY skeptical.
Fifteen years after the original Divergent series took over YA, we’re heading back to the factions, the Choosing Ceremony, and the characters millions of readers grew up with. But this time, things are going to be very, very different.
In this mostly spoiler-free The Sixth Faction book review, I’m talking about what it’s like to return to the Divergent universe, whether this alternate-universe story works, and the question longtime fans really want answered:
Is The Sixth Faction actually worth reading?
If you’re a Divergent fan, you’re going to want to hear this one.
The Sixth Faction by Veronica Roth
Publication date: October 6, 2026Listen now—and find out whether we owe Veronica Roth an apology.
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12 min - September 2026 Book News: Kennedy Ryan, Rebecca Yarros, Dolly Parton & More
What’s happening in the book world this September?
Catch up on the biggest bookish news, including Kennedy Ryan’s Before I Let Go adaptation, the Rebecca Yarros leak, a new study examining the impact of library e-lending on book sales, and the growing warnings from AI researchers about the risks of artificial intelligence.
Tune in for the book news, publishing conversations, adaptations, controversies, and more making headlines right now.
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11 min - Sarah Wynn-Williams Sues Meta: Careless People Author Lawsuit Update
A federal judge has ruled on Sarah Wynn-Williams's lawsuit against Meta.
This week, Eve Laren breaks down what the ruling actually says, why it was made, and what it means for the Careless People author.
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12 min - September 2026 Must-Read Books | Tomi Adeyemi, R.F. Kuang, Sabaa Tahir & More
Want to know which upcoming September 2026 books are worth reading?
Every month, Eve Laren rounds up the biggest and most anticipated book releases, and this month's list is packed with bestselling authors, highly anticipated sequels, buzzy new releases, and books already generating plenty of conversation.
This spoiler-free episode features 15 must-read September book releases, including new books from Tomi Adeyemi, R.F. Kuang, Sabaa Tahir, Ayana Gray, Elizabeth Acevedo, and more.
If you're looking for your next fantasy obsession, YA favorite, dark academia read, literary thriller, or spooky-season pick, this episode has your September reading list covered.
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22 min - Hayden Panettiere, James Comey & The Latest Book Adaptation News
Hayden Panettiere, James Comey, publishing scandals, and major book-to-screen adaptations are all making headlines in this month’s Bookish Report.
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