Mar 27 2025 56 mins 11
We discuss the use by Meta of pirated versions of books to build their AI. And we talk about our own action points from the fabulous Ireland's Publishing Show.
Useful links:
Check if your book has been pirated on LibGen:
https://www.theatlantic.com/technology/archive/2025/03/search-libgen-data-set/682094/
Free PDF - Five Immediate Actions Indie Authors Should Take:
https://www.indiewritersclub.com/fiveactions
The Self Publishing Show Live - London June 25th
https://www.learnselfpublishing.com/spslive
Guardian Article in response to Bill Bryson comments:
Sunday Times article in response to Bill Bryson comments ($):
https://www.thetimes.com/article/bbf57595-f4e3-412c-a96d-9012f1b4a9b8
