An article on Medium is warning of “a widespread, fast-growing form of Internet fraud directly targeting authors — especially self-published, indie, and late-career writers.”
If you receive a “friendly” email congratulating you on your book, followed by another email asking you to pay an “administration”, “spotlight”, “honorarium contribution”, or “coordination fee”, it is a scam. Don’t fall for their claim you are missing a “valuable opportunity.”
By Kim Pawlak
On July 2, 2026, a class action lawsuit was filed against Meta and Mark Zuckerberg on behalf of textbook authors whose copyrighted textbooks were used without authorization or compensation to train its large language model (LLM), Llama.
We asked the 2026 TAA Textbook Award winners what they wish they’d known before embarking on their textbook-writing journey. Whether you’re an aspiring author or already deep in the process, their advice may help you avoid common challenges and learn a few lessons the easy way.
Finding the right publisher can be daunting, especially with so many options available. This year’s Textbook Award winners shared how they found their publishers, why they were a good fit, and what factors to consider when evaluating potential publishing partners.
We asked 2026 TAA Textbook Award winners what strategies they use to fit writing into their schedules, and they delivered. From early risers to the Nordstrom women’s sofa lounge, you’ll find a tip and location that speaks to you.
What does the future of textbook and academic publishing look like in the age of artificial intelligence? According to Bryan Alexander, award-winning futurist, researcher, writer, speaker, consultant, and educator recognized internationally, the answer is already beginning to take shape.
