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Newly unsealed court filings in the Authors Guild's copyright lawsuit against Microsoft and OpenAI indicate that top executives were aware the companies' use of pirated books to train AI models was legally questionable. The Authors Guild published a summary arguing internal knowledge of mass book piracy strengthens authors' claims of willful infringement. The documents are drawing attention as a potential turning point in the broader legal fight over AI training data.

Earl Spencer, brother of Princess Diana, has apologised to Piers Morgan over factual errors contained in his book about the princess. The apology follows criticism from Morgan regarding inaccuracies in the published account of Diana's life, drawing attention to how Diana's family and commentators continue to dispute portrayals of her story decades after her death.

Piers Morgan has told Sky News he intends to press ahead with legal action against Earl Spencer, the brother of Princess Diana, over claims made in a book about her. Morgan disputes statements Spencer has published about the royal family and Diana's life. The dispute has drawn wide attention given both men's prominence and the enduring public fascination with Diana.

Former White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt is reportedly shopping a book that sources describe as potentially explosive. Details of the manuscript, its contents and which publishers she is pitching have not been disclosed. The prospect of an insider account from President Trump's former press secretary is already drawing attention ahead of any deal.

A Utah jury has found Kouri Richins guilty of fatally poisoning her husband with fentanyl, closing a case that has drawn wide attention since her arrest. Richins, a mother who later published a children's book about grief, faced charges in connection with her husband's 2022 death. The verdict marks a major development in a case that has followed the family through years of court proceedings.

A former CIA officer has published a novel alleging serious dysfunction within the agency's deep-cover operations. The Washington Post highlighted the book, which draws on the author's intelligence background to portray internal failures in how undercover officers are run. The novel is drawing attention as a rare insider account of covert work, blurring the line between fiction and exposé, with readers and reviewers weighing how much reflects reality.

A UK court has extended an injunction preventing a former soldier from publishing a book about the 2019 DusitD2 hotel terror attack in Nairobi, in which militants killed more than 20 people. The ban restricts the ex-soldier from releasing his account of the siege, and the case continues to draw attention in both Britain and Kenya over questions of secrecy and publishing freedom.

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt is reportedly shopping a book that would reveal inside secrets from Trumpworld, according to The Daily Beast. The news has drawn attention because of the potential revelations about Donald Trump's inner circle and what a sitting press secretary might disclose about the administration's internal workings, though details of any deal or manuscript remain unknown.

A new book claims Tom Brady made a final, unsuccessful attempt to save his marriage to Gisele Bündchen before their divorce. The claim, reported by People, sheds fresh light on the breakdown of the couple's high-profile relationship and is drawing renewed attention to the circumstances surrounding their split.

The National Book Awards have announced their long lists, with Marlon James, Louise Erdrich and Karl Ove Knausgaard among the nominated authors. The inclusion of several internationally recognized names has drawn attention to this year's field, as the awards whittle contenders down toward the finalists and eventual winners in each category.

A newly published book argues that digital screens are driving growing social disconnection, examining how constant device use reshapes relationships, attention and everyday face-to-face interaction. The work adds to ongoing public debate about the psychological and social costs of screen time, joining a wider wave of recent writing on technology's effects on community and mental health.

A novelist shortlisted for a major literary prize faced questions after someone ran a test suggesting his book may have been written with artificial intelligence. The case has reignited debate over how the publishing world should verify authorship, whether AI-detection tools are reliable, and what standards prizes should apply as AI writing tools become widespread. Readers are weighing accusations against the difficulty of proving how a novel was produced.

A newly published book reports that Gisele Bündchen once wrote a handwritten note to Tom Brady, years before the couple finalised their divorce in 2022. The letter, described as a personal plea, sheds new light on tensions in the marriage during Brady's playing career. The claim has drawn wide attention as fans revisit the couple's high-profile split.

Fox News co-host and political strategist Jessica Tarlov has published a new book titled 'I Disagree', focused on how people can navigate political differences. In interviews promoting the book, she discusses working across ideological divides, drawing on her experience debating opposite viewpoints on television. The book has drawn attention as political polarization remains a heated topic in the United States.

Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear has published a new book titled 'Go and Do Likewise'. He discussed the book in an interview with NPR, talking about its themes and the thinking behind it. The release is drawing attention as Beshear is often mentioned as a potential contender in national Democratic politics, and readers are watching what the book signals about his ambitions and values.

MLB.com has published the complete list of statistical leaders for the 2026 Major League Baseball season, covering the top performers in batting and pitching categories. The release marks the formal close of the season's record books, giving fans and analysts a full picture of who finished on top across the league.

Duke University Press has published 'Speaking of America,' a new book collecting conversations from the Congressional Dialogues series hosted by the Library of Congress. The volume brings together discussions with members of Congress, offering insight into American political life and lawmaking. The Library of Congress announced the release, highlighting the project as a way to share candid congressional conversations with a wider public audience.

Christian Horner has used a newly published book to revive criticism and disputes from his time at Red Bull's Formula 1 team, reopening old wounds within the outfit. The remarks touch on the internal tensions that surrounded his departure, and fans and paddock observers are debating what the revelations mean for the team's leadership and reputation heading into the season.

Political strategist and Fox News co-host Jessica Tarlov has published a new book titled 'I Disagree'. The book, featured in an interview with PBS and THIRTEEN New York Public Media, draws on her experience offering the liberal perspective on a conservative-leaning panel and explores how to argue across political divides.

Bokmässan, Sweden's largest book fair held annually in Gothenburg, is being widely discussed. The fair brings together authors, publishers and readers for talks, signings and literary programmes each autumn, and regularly sparks debate about featured themes, invited guests and the state of Swedish literary culture.

The Toronto Star has published an excerpt from David Olive's new book, 'Justin Trudeau: Power, Promise and the Fight for Canada'. The excerpt offers a retrospective look at the former prime minister's political career, examining the promises he made when he entered office and how his leadership shaped Canada's recent history and political landscape.

Producer Carter Swan, known for his work on the Resident Evil film adaptations, is developing a movie based on The Crying Boy, a comic book series from publisher Keenspot. The project moves the horror-tinged comic to the big screen, adding another video game and comics adaptation to Swan's slate as Hollywood continues mining genre comics for film properties.

Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear has published a new book, 'Go and Do Likewise', and discussed it in an interview with NPR. The Democratic governor, often mentioned as a potential presidential contender, talks about the themes of the book, which draws on faith and public service. Attention is focused on what the book signals about his political ambitions.

The New York Times has published a review of 'The Radiance,' the latest book by Ayad Akhtar, the Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright and novelist. The review examines the novel's themes and craft as critics and readers weigh this new work from one of America's prominent literary voices.

Filmmaker and writer Josh Greenbaum has a new book titled "Exiled From Main Street", with a preview of the title now available to readers. Details on the book's subject, release date and publisher are limited so far. Greenbaum is best known for directing documentaries and comedies, and news of a literary project has drawn curiosity from fans awaiting more information.

University of Wyoming faculty member Bergstraesser is set to celebrate the release of a debut novel with a book launch on November 12. The event marks the author's first published novel and is being promoted by the university, though further details about the book's plot, publisher, or venue were not immediately available.

A newly published book argues that the cultural divide between Vermont and New Hampshire — the so-called Twin States — has roots in the physical land itself, tying differences in politics and community life to differences in soil and terrain. The work has drawn attention in regional outlets, with readers interested in a geological explanation for long-observed contrasts between the two neighbours.

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.

The New York Times has published a review of Min Jin Lee's new novel 'American Hagwon,' the acclaimed author's first book since 'Pachinko.' The novel examines education and ambition, drawing on the Korean term for a private cram school. Readers of literary fiction and fans of Lee's earlier work are following coverage of the new release and its critical reception.