Browsing: Books & Fiction
Publishers are signing horror podcast creators with proven audiences over traditional novelists, recognizing their built-in fanbases and storytelling skills.
Writers are abandoning traditional publishers for Substack, turning the platform into a hub for serialized novels with paid subscriptions and direct reader engagement.
BookTok creators with massive followings are bypassing literary agents entirely, getting direct publishing deals from major publishers who scout TikTok like talent agencies.
Libraries nationwide are transforming makerspaces into creative writing hubs, where authors use 3D printers, laser cutters, and collaborative spaces to craft and publish their work.
Self-published romance authors are landing major Netflix deals as streaming platforms discover the genre’s passionate fan bases and adaptation potential.
Fantasy authors are building physical theme park experiences around their fictional worlds, transforming readers into visitors through immersive attractions and interactive storytelling.
Cozy mystery novels are outselling thrillers for the first time, driven by readers seeking comfort over anxiety in their entertainment choices.
Audiobook narrators like Jim Dale and Scott Brick are becoming literary celebrities with devoted followings, commanding star-level fees as the industry grows to over $5 billion.
Literary magazines are abandoning print for podcast-only formats, transforming how we consume and experience literature through audio-first publishing models.
Romance authors are abandoning traditional social media for Discord, building intimate reader communities that drive sales and create lasting relationships.