AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoRoyal Book Controversy: Charles Spencer’s “Swan Song” is topping Britain’s non-fiction lists after major backlash and even a Buckingham Palace statement, reigniting debate over Princess Diana’s legacy. Publishing & AI: Authors and publishers are still pushing back as AI training and “click-to-publish” tactics reshape the industry, with new reporting highlighting security risks and governance fights at the UN. Banned Books & Libraries: Ferris Public Library is gearing up for Banned Books Week with a display and kids’ trivia, while Greater Victoria’s little free library network hit 150,000 books delivered. New Releases & Events: R.F. Kuang’s “Taipei Story” is getting attention for its grief-and-identity focus, and local festivals like Decatur’s Book Festival and Ipswich’s Book Festival are bringing big author lineups to readers. Faith & Kids’ Reading: Coverage spotlights children’s saint books and a residential-school art project tied to Truth and Reconciliation. Local Policy: Dover-Foxcroft paused data center applications for 180 days as communities weigh AI-fueled growth against local impacts.
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