Independent Thinking on Publishing's Future
Introduction AI now touches every stage of publishing, from drafting and editing to peer review, marketing and discovery. This article looks at where it is useful, where it creates new legal and ethical problems, and why human judgement still decides what gets published. Key points The publishing world has always been a rather slow-moving beast, … Read more
Introduction Most academics now use AI somewhere in their work, from literature searches and data analysis to drafting, teaching and peer review. This article maps where it is being used, what the latest surveys show and which ethical lines journals and funders have drawn. Key points Artificial intelligence was once the stuff of sci-fi movies … Read more
Introduction Few questions inspire as much fascination, anxiety, and philosophical debate as this one: Will AI take over the world? It’s the kind of question that sparks late-night discussions, viral social media threads, and dystopian headlines in tech magazines. We’re obsessed with it, not just because it makes for a good movie plot, but because … Read more
Introduction A decade ago, self-publishing was still clawing for legitimacy. It was seen as a last resort for writers rejected by traditional publishers or unwilling to jump through the hoops of the slush pile. But fast-forward to today, and self-publishing has not only arrived but thrived—and now it has a high-powered partner: artificial intelligence. The … Read more
Introduction A few years ago, asking whether artificial intelligence could give publishers a competitive edge might’ve prompted nervous laughter or vague hand-waving toward “future potential.” Now, it’s a boardroom priority. Publishers are not just toying with AI—they’re integrating it into editorial pipelines, marketing strategies, rights management, and even slush pile reading. The question has shifted … Read more