In this essay, Joel Stein reflects on the changing relationship between authors and technology in the age of artificial intelligence. The piece highlights how books and other creative works are sometimes included in large-scale AI training and explores the questions this raises about recognition, compensation, and the future of publishing. Through personal anecdotes and examples from the literary world, the essay illustrates the challenges and curiosities that writers face as digital tools evolve.
Readers interested in literature, copyright, or the impact of new technologies on creative work will find this article an informative and engaging read.