UPDATE: KDP Quietly Confirms MAJOR Change | Self-Publishing News (Sept. 2, 2025)
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Release Date: 09/09/2025
The Growing Question of Who Wrote the Book | Self-Publishing News (August 20, 2026)
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The publishing industry is getting serious about AI authorship, and one major publishing CEO has some surprising thoughts on AI detectors and proving who actually wrote a book. Lulu is rolling out a dead-simple new direct-sales tool, while Dibbly Create finally adds manuscript imports. Plus, Get Authentic Book Reviews and Book Bounty launch new features for authors, along with more updates in the Rapid-Fire Newsflash. Catch up on the latest Self-Publishing News for August 20, 2026. Publisher Rocket - (affiliate link) Publishers Weekly: Brian Murray Addresses AI Authorship Issues...
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New Study: Readers Couldn’t Tell Human Writing From AI | Self-Publishing News (Aug. 13, 2026)
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AI transparency is getting more complicated for authors as new European regulations begin affecting Claude users worldwide, a new study challenges assumptions about AI-generated writing, and a record number of Pulitzer winners and finalists disclose AI use. Plus, Publishers Weekly shares fresh publishing industry data, a first-time self-published memoirist sells more than 1,000 copies in five months, Instagram rolls out a new book-focused feature, and YouTube announces much tougher monetization requirements coming in 2027. All that and more in the Self-Publishing News for August 13,...
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How to Get Barnes & Noble to Host Your Book Signing | Self-Publishing News (August 6, 2026)
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Barnes & Noble is tightening how stores handle local author events, and showing up with a book may no longer be enough. We also cover free local publicity, platform updates from Apple Books, Lulu, and Voices by INAudio, and ProWritingAid’s new ProWritingMethod. All that and more in the Self-Publishing News for August 6, 2026. Dibbly Create - (affiliate link) Jane Friedman's The Bottom Line (subscription required) - Referenced newsletter: August 5, 2026 Reddit: No more author events? - Sell Your Book at B&N - Jane Friedman: Why You...
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Why Substack’s AI Detector Can’t Be Trusted | Self-Publishing News (July 30th, 2026)
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Substack rolled out a new AI detection tool, and the backlash from writers has been swift. I also cover a proposed Copyright Office fee increase, IngramSpark’s new path into Turkey, what librarians actually want from indie books, and a major Anthropic settlement update. Plus, I’ve got a rapid-fire roundup with author resources, audiobook opportunities, and a couple of last-call promos. As per usual, all relevant links are in the show notes. Dibbly Create - (affiliate link) The Substack Post: Against Claudefishing - US Copyright Office: Proposed Schedule and Analysis of Copyright...
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Traditional Publishing Opens a New Door for Indie Authors | Self-Publishing News (July 23, 2026)
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A major traditional publisher is making a surprising move toward indie authors. We also cover a KDP payment change, new details about Audible’s royalty model, and fresh opportunities for book promotion and AI discoverability. Plus, the Rapid-Fire Newsflash features author resources, timely discounts, and more publishing updates. Dibbly Create - (affiliate link) KDP Community: EUR Check Payments Changing in August 2026 - ACX: Suggested Price - PublishDrive - (affiliate link) Draft2Digital: The Draft2Digital Promotions Team - Publishers Weekly: Pocket Books Relaunched as Home for...
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AI Audiobooks Versus Human Narration: Listeners Have Spoken | Self-Publishing News (July 16, 2026)
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Spoken commissioned Edison Research at SSRS to compare how fiction audiobook listeners responded to AI and human narration. The results raise some major questions about what listeners value and where audiobook production may be heading. Kindlepreneur also uncovered a growing issue with Amazon categories, while Miblart, GetCovers, Book Brush, ProWritingAid, and more shared new tools and opportunities for authors. Dibbly Create - (affiliate link) Spoken - Edison Research at SSRS - Variety: Surprise: Many People Prefer AI Audiobooks, New Study Finds - What Audiobook Listeners Want Now: A...
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KDP Finally Expands a Long-Hated Royalty Limit | Self-Publishing News (July 9, 2026)
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KDP expanded the 70% ebook royalty pricing range, giving authors more room above the old $9.99 limit. Kindlepreneur updated two solid refreshers on KDP keywords and categories, Authors Guild shared another scam warning, Laterpress upgraded its Assistant feature, Voices by INAudio shared audiobook marketing tips, and Miblart is celebrating 10 years with a limited-time discount. Dibbly Create - (affiliate link) KDP Community: The 70% eBook Royalty Option price band has expanded to $2.99–$12.99 - Kindlepreneur: How to Fill in Your 7 KDP Keyword Boxes (My Secret Tactic) - ...
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Fake IngramSpark Sites Are Targeting Authors | Self-Publishing News (July 2, 2026)
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Fake IngramSpark websites are targeting authors, and one case hit close to home in my own Discord community. IngramSpark also shared updates on AI, metadata, schools, libraries, and publishing fraud. We’ll also cover the Smashwords Summer/Winter Sale, Kindlepreneur’s latest keyword advice, new indie author survey data from Written Word Media, and so much more. Dibbly Create - (affiliate link) IngramSpark: Why Children’s Book Authors Need More Than Just a Great Story to Reach Schools & Libraries - IngramSpark's AI Strategy: What It Means for Authors and Publishers - ...
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AI Just Hit More Publishing Platforms | Self-Publishing News (May 28, 2026)
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AI tools are showing up across more self-publishing platforms, and authors need to know what is changing. In this Self-Publishing News update, we cover new AI tools from IngramSpark, Laterpress, and Spoken, along with audiobook updates from Audible and Voices by INAudio. We also look at Bookvault pricing changes, author events, and a quick mid-year survey from Written Word Media. Dibbly Create - (affiliate link) ACX: Audible's New Royalty Model - IngramSpark Assist FAQs (Metadata Assistant) - Bookvault - Use BVDALE to waive three upload fees Bookvault: Quote Tool - ...
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ACX Royalty Changes Are Here | Self-Publishing News (May 8, 2026)
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Audible is rolling out a new ACX royalty model, and indie authors need to understand what’s changing. We’ll cover the new audiobook royalty rates, concerns around pooled payouts, Spotify for Authors distribution terms, IngramSpark metadata research, AI audiobook tools, and author scams. Stay informed before you make your next publishing move. Dibbly Create - (affiliate link) Audible's New Royalty Model Screws Authors - ACX: Audible's New Royalty Model - Spotify for Authors Opt-In Audiobook Distribution Terms - IngramSpark: Study Finds Improved Metadata Could Boost Sales by Up to...
info_outlineKDP has quietly confirmed a huge change to the Select program, and we've got the update. Plus, big audiobook news from ElevenLabs, a lifetime discount on Authorbase, and a special report from Jane Friedman on the past decade of publishing. All that and more in the Self-Publishing News for September 9, 2025.
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- KDP: How to enroll in KDP Select - https://kdp.amazon.com/en_US/help/topic/GD9PMU58BV24QFZ7#enroll
- Kindlepreneur: ghost categories. - https://kindlepreneur.com/how-to-choose-the-best-kindle-ebook-kdp-category/
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- Writer Beware: If Your Publisher Promised to Register Your Copyright, Check Your Registration Now - https://writerbeware.blog/2025/08/29/if-your-publisher-promised-to-register-your-copyright-check-your-registration-now
- Jane Friedman: How Publishing Has Changed Since 2015 - https://janefriedman.com/how-publishing-has-changed-since-2015/
- GeniusLink - https://DaleLinks.com/Genius (affiliate link)
- ALLi’s 2025 Author Income Survey - https://allianceindependentauthors.org/survey (deadline September 17, 2025)
- MailerLite: Free plan update: What you need to know - https://www.mailerlite.com/help/free-plan-update-faq
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