Talk of the Town: Monthly Publishing Industry News Digest

As May draws to a close, the publishing industry continues to navigate the growing influence of AI, evolving discovery systems and ongoing debates surrounding access, copyright and scholarly communication. Association of American Publishers Addresses AI, Copyright and Freedom of Speech The Association of American Publishers used its annual meeting to...
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Talk of the Town: Monthly Publishing Industry News Digest

As 2026 gathers pace, the publishing industry continues to navigate rapid technological change, policy shifts and global market transformation. The Future of Translation: AI and the Greater Good This piece explores how artificial intelligence is reshaping the role of translators in the publishing ecosystem, touching on both backlash from professional...
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Talk of the Town: Monthly Publishing Industry News Digest

Change continues to ripple across the publishing and research sectors, from funding constraints and AI governance to design innovation and the survival of independent presses. This curated monthly roundup captures the stories shaping current industry conversations. Amazon’s New DRM Policy for Self-Published E-Books Amazon has introduced changes to its Digital...
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Talk of the Town: 8 Things that Happened in the Publishing Industry in June 2020

Talk of the Town: 8 Things that Happened in the Publishing Industry in June 2020

In June 2020, the tremors of the global Black Matter Protests protests against police brutality have penetrated industries that reinforce systemic racism, with publishing being one of them. That’s why Anthem Press has curated 5 note-worthy articles that contribute to a glimpse of the current state and future trajectory of...
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University Press Roundup: #AmplifyBlackVoices, a Pandemic-Ridden Hajj and the Digital Self

University Press Roundup: #AmplifyBlackVoices, a Pandemic-Ridden Hajj and the Digital Self

Check out our collection of 5 of the most interesting university press blog posts for this month. We aim to keep you informed, engaged, and part of the ongoing scholarly conversations. 1. Black Study in a Time of Trouble: A Reading List Black Lives Matter protests have been sweeping the world, bringing...
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Talk of the Town: 5 Things that Happened in the Publishing Industry in May 2020

Talk of the Town: 5 Things that Happened in the Publishing Industry in May 2020

Countries and states are cautiously beginning to reopen in May 2020 as businesses gear up for ways to regenerate sales. That’s why Anthem Press has curated 5 note-worthy articles that contribute to a glimpse of the current state and future trajectory of the publishing industry. Whether data, news or commentary,...
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Talk of the Town: 5 Things that Happened in the Publishing Industry in April 2020

Talk of the Town: 5 Things that Happened in the Publishing Industry in April 2020

The world remains restless in April 2020 as some countries and states prepare for reopening while others intensify their fight to combat the novel coronavirus. That’s why Anthem Press has curated 5 note-worthy articles that contribute to a holistic understanding of the current state and future trajectory of the publishing...
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