Author Update

Discover the latest on Amazon's new video advertising for authors and what makes an effective trailer versus a TikTok-style teaser. Learn about the crackdown on the Amazon Associate program and how to navigate compliance effectively. The discussion also dives into Black Friday deals on hardware and software for authors, including essential tools like Publisher Rocket and Plottr. Unpack complex themes from Dune, debating whether Paul Atreides is a hero or villain and how adaptation choices impact storytelling.

The discussion dives into Google's Gemini training opt-ins, alarming many authors about privacy. They explore the misleading nature of Gmail settings and the consequences of opting out. A comparison of Gemini and Grok 4.1 reveals intriguing trade-offs in functionality. The hosts also delve into the cozy mystery genre, highlighting its comforting tropes and growing market. Ethical concerns about AI in writing spark a lively debate, while new tools like Sudowrite and Vellum 4.0 promise exciting advancements for authors.

Updates on how the publishing and music worlds are adapting to AI, as well as exciting developments from the industry. https://novelmarketingconference.com/ https://novelmarketingconference.com/

Find out how to plan for this year's holiday season, as well as how changes to the X algorithm change your marketing strategy.https://novelmarketingconference.com/ https://novelmarketingconference.com/

This week we're covering Spotify's game-changing Audiobook Selects program for indie authors, the collapse of traditional publishing sales with trade books down 9.4%, and major industry closures including Mango Publishing and Knights Of children's books. Plus, we analyze groundbreaking research showing readers prefer AI writing to MFA graduate writing, discuss the rise of three-tier audiobook pricing, and explore massive layoffs hitting traditional publishing. Whether you're an indie author, traditionally published, or just starting your writing journey, get the publishing news that matters for your author career. Don't miss our insights on Novel November replacing NaNoWriMo and the shifting landscape between AI and human creativity in publishing.https://novelmarketingconference.com/ https://novelmarketingconference.com/

Get the latest on scams affecting the author world, a detailed data report on the state of Mysteries, Thrillers and Suspense, and why Americans are reading less than ever.https://novelmarketingconference.com/ https://novelmarketingconference.com/

Welcome to the Grid. We're covering the Amazon algorithm, the sales reports, the Yoast SEO Update and the advent of Tron: Ares. https://novelmarketingconference.com/ https://novelmarketingconference.com/

Welcome to a special episode of Author Update! Thomas is sick, so Jonathan takes the reins and does a solo episode on library news, X drama and ZEITGEIST!https://novelmarketingconference.com/ https://novelmarketingconference.com/

Join Thomas and Jonathan on Author Update as we tackle the government shutdown, the surge in online book piracy sentiments and how the military's pivot toward more lethality and less DEI impacts your writing. https://novelmarketingconference.com/ https://novelmarketingconference.com/

Payouts approved in the Anthropic case, Novel November comes to authors and Jonathan and Thomas talk about how to write first aid properly in your content.https://novelmarketingconference.com/ https://novelmarketingconference.com/