Author Update

Thomas Umstattd Jr.
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Here’s what you can expect from Author Update:Publishing News: Stay in the loop on what’s happening in the industry.Advice That Matters: Learn how to make your book irresistible to readers.Live Q&A: Bring your questions and get answers from Thomas Umstattd and Jonathan Shuerger.

  1. 4D AGO

    Author Update's Predictions for 2026!

    Come hear Thomas and Jonathan make their predictions for how the book business will change in the coming year.

    1h 20m

  2. 12/19/2025

    Reports Say That The Majority of Paranormal Romance Is AI Generated!

    Plus more AI news, Author Arsenal updates and Jonathan and Thomas's thoughts on the romance genre!

    1h 17m

  3. 12/13/2025

    The Demonetized Episode

    We hit it all. AI, sexism, hiring practices at publishing industries: we are making no money from THIS episode.

    1h 12m

  4. 12/06/2025

    Author Update Has A New Home!

    We show off our new channel's digs, talking about rising costs and the impact of AI on publishing throughout longer trends. It's a good time.

    1h 21m

  5. 11/28/2025

    The Amazon Associate Crackdown and Black Friday Deals!

    Listen to Author Update for all the news on Amazon's new video advertising capabilities, their reiteration of bans on the Amazon Associate program, and all the Black Friday deals authors need!

    1h 23m

  6. 11/21/2025

    Did Google's Gemini Train on Your Manuscript?

    Google's dark pattern, plus new AI tools, upgrades to existing systems and a deep dive into the cozy mystery genre.

    1h 11m

  7. 11/14/2025

    The Algorithm War: AI vs. Human Writing

    Updates on how the publishing and music worlds are adapting to AI, as well as exciting developments from the industry.

    1h 19m

  8. 11/08/2025

    The Holiday Marketing Guide

    Find out how to plan for this year's holiday season, as well as how changes to the X algorithm change your marketing strategy.

    1h 7m
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Here’s what you can expect from Author Update:Publishing News: Stay in the loop on what’s happening in the industry.Advice That Matters: Learn how to make your book irresistible to readers.Live Q&A: Bring your questions and get answers from Thomas Umstattd and Jonathan Shuerger.

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  • Creator
    Thomas Umstattd Jr.
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    39
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Author Update
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    Author Update

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