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    Unsealed Briefs Reveal Executives Knew of Book Piracy in Authors' Case▼Unsealed Briefs in Authors’ Case v. Microsoft/OpenAIYhnWorldLaw & Courts61033 min ago

    Newly unsealed court filings in the Authors Guild's copyright lawsuit against OpenAI and Microsoft show internal messages suggesting top executives knew the companies' use of books to train AI models was legally risky. The documents indicate awareness that large-scale copying of pirated books was unlawful. The revelation is fueling fresh debate over AI training data practices and the strength of the authors' case.

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    Ex-CIA officer's novel alleges dysfunction in deep-cover operations▼Ex-CIA officer’s novel alleges grave dysfunction in deep-cover operations✉newsCultureBooks1 h ago

    A former CIA officer has published a novel alleging serious dysfunction within the agency's deep-cover operations, according to The Washington Post. The book, drawn from the author's intelligence background, is drawing attention for its portrayal of internal failures in covert work and the rarity of insider critique of such sensitive programs coming from a former operative.

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    OpenAI executives knew book piracy was illegal, filings show●OpenAI Feared "Optics" of what might appear on Hacker NewsYhnTechnologyAI51715 h ago

    New filings in the Authors Guild's copyright lawsuit against OpenAI reveal that top executives were aware the company had used large quantities of pirated books to train its models and worried about the public relations fallout if details surfaced on sites like Hacker News. The documents suggest internal concern over the optics rather than the legality of the practice itself.

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    Bokmässan, Sweden's largest book fair held annually in Gothenburg, is being discussed by Swedish users. The fair brings together publishers, authors and readers each autumn and is a major cultural event in Scandinavia. No specific news from this year's event was available in the collected material.

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    Mississippi Book Festival draws thousands to Jackson▼Mississippi Book Festival draws thousands to Jackson to celebrate the written word✉newsCultureBooks6 h ago

    The Mississippi Book Festival brought thousands of visitors to Jackson for a day celebrating literature. The event, held in the state capital, drew strong turnout and coverage from local outlets including Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal and Mississippi Today. Attendees gathered for author talks and book-related activities, with organizers and reporters highlighting the festival's continued role as a major cultural gathering for the region.

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    Laleh Khadivi's new novel probes how well we know our mothers●Laleh Khadivi’s new novel asks how well we know our mothers✉newsCultureBooks2 h ago

    Author Laleh Khadivi has published a new novel centered on a question many readers recognize: how well we truly know our mothers. The book is being highlighted in books coverage, with attention on its exploration of family, memory and the hidden lives of parents, and it is drawing interest from readers of literary fiction.

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    San Antonio authors launch their own publishing co-op▼San Antonio authors launch their own book publishing co-op✉newsCultureBooks1 h ago

    A group of San Antonio authors has started a book publishing cooperative, allowing writers to publish and promote their work collectively rather than relying on traditional publishing houses. Local outlets including Texas Public Radio and the San Antonio Report covered the launch, highlighting it as an example of authors taking control of the publishing process in their city.

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    New York Times Releases Hardcover Bestseller List for Sept. 12●The New York Times hardcover bestseller list, week ended Sept. 12✉newsCultureBooks17 h ago

    The New York Times has published its hardcover bestseller list for the week ended September 12, ranking the top-selling hardcover titles across fiction and nonfiction. The list, widely used as a benchmark of book sales in the United States, is drawing attention from readers and publishers tracking this week's leading titles.

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    Stars and fans gather for Mississippi Book Festival▼Stars, fans turn out for Mississippi Book Festival✉newsCultureBooks6 h ago

    The Mississippi Book Festival drew authors and readers to Jackson, with well-known writers and large crowds turning out for panel discussions, signings and celebrations of Southern literature. The annual event, often called a 'literary lawn party' at the state capitol grounds, continues to grow as a major fixture on the regional cultural calendar.

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    Gil Durán discusses The Nerd Reich at New York event●On September 23, Tech Policy Press hosted an event at Betaworks in New York City with Gil Durán, the author of The NerdMmastodonTechnology315 h ago

    On September 23, Tech Policy Press hosted an event at Betaworks in New York City featuring Gil Duran, author of The Nerd Reich: Silicon Valley Fascism and the War on Democracy, a New York Times bestseller published by Simon & Schuster. The discussion focused on Duran's arguments about tech industry power and its influence on democracy and politics in the United States.

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    Mississippi Book Festival draws authors and fans to State Capitol▼Stars, fans turn out for Mississippi Book Festival at MS State Capitol✉newsCultureBooks12 h ago

    Authors and readers gathered at the Mississippi State Capitol in Jackson for the Mississippi Book Festival, an annual event celebrating writers and literature. The Clarion-Ledger reported that well-known authors and fans turned out for the day, which features panels, readings and book signings. The festival has become a staple of the state's cultural calendar, drawing national literary figures alongside Mississippi writers.

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    Brandon Mull 'cautiously optimistic' as Fablehaven movie takes shape▼Brandon Mull is ‘cautiously optimistic’ as ‘Fablehaven’ movie takes shape✉newsCultureFilm16 h ago

    Author Brandon Mull says he is 'cautiously optimistic' as the long-gestating film adaptation of his bestselling fantasy series 'Fablehaven' moves forward. Mull's comments suggest the project is finally gaining traction after years in development, and fans of the books are watching closely for casting, release and production updates.

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    Mississippi Book Festival draws authors and readers to Jackson▼Mississippi Book Festival draws authors, readers to Jackson✉newsCultureBooks14 h ago

    The Mississippi Book Festival has brought writers and readers together in Jackson, drawing crowds for author panels, signings and book-related events. The annual gathering, often called a literary picnic, highlights the state's reading community and features national and local authors. Coverage from regional media focused on the turnout and the festival's role in celebrating books and literacy in the state capital.

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    Kate McKinnon and Rick Ross appear at Mississippi Book Festival▼Kate McKinnon, Rick Ross speak at the MS Book Festival. See photos✉newsCultureBooks19 h ago

    Kate McKinnon and Rick Ross spoke at the Mississippi Book Festival, drawing crowds and photo coverage from the Clarion-Ledger. The comedian and the rapper each appeared in connection with their books, an unusual pairing that put celebrity authors at the center of the state's annual literary gathering.