The Summer Slowdown is Here

The Summer Slowdown is Here

From Book Riot - The Podcast by Book Riot

June 1, 2026 · 1h 0m

About this episode

Jeff and Rebecca discuss a quiet week in book news, highlighting AI books and various publishing issues.

Jeff and Rebecca talk about a relatively sleepy week in book news, but James Daunt bails us out by not shutting up about AI books that don't exist. To show our appreciation for your time, everyone who completes the survey will be entered for a chance to win a $50 USD ThriftBooks Gift Card. Follow the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. Join The Book Riot Podcast Patreon for bonus content and ad-free listening. Subscribe to The Book Riot Newsletter for regular updates to get the most out of your reading life. Discussed in this episode: James Daunt clarifies B & N’s position on AI GoFundMe for Gladys Books & Wine Spotify’s audiobooks play is working Audiobooks on YouTube are publishing’s latest piracy problem People are not happy about publishers updating YA books w/ timely references This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Thanks to our sponsor, Merit Beauty. Right now, Merit Beauty is offering our listeners their Signature Makeup Bag with your first order at meritbeauty.com. Head to quince.com/bookriot for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too! Learn more about…

People in this episode

Hosts: Jeff, Rebecca

Topics covered

  • book news
  • AI in publishing
  • audiobooks
  • young adult literature
  • publisher updates

Keywords

  • book news
  • AI books
  • audiobooks
  • young adult literature
  • publishing updates
  • ThriftBooks
  • Merit Beauty

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