Nicola Solomon to retire from the Society of Authors
Nicola Solomon, the trade union’s Chief Executive since 2011, has announced plans to step down at the end of April 2024, after 13 years in the role.
My book has been used to ‘train’ AI – what can I do?
Thousands of books have been used without permission to develop AI systems. Here’s what you need to know if your works are among them, and what action you can take
Books3: the SoA view
We respond to the publication by The Atlantic of a list of pirated books used to ‘train’ artificial intelligence
What’s coming up in season two of the SoA’s advice podcast?
‘The Society of Authors Advisory Clinic’ releases the first episode of its second series on Monday 11 September. New season to include contracts, estates, audio drama and more
The SoA supports the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strike
In solidarity with striking writers and performers in the US
Management Committee 2023 elections open
Voting is underway for four available seats on the SoA Board
Open for entries – the SoA Awards 2024
Nine annual prizes open for submissions
Join thousands of authors and sign the Authors Guild’s AI open letter
Sign the letter and join authors calling for consent, credit and compensation
Member consultation: we need your views
Survey launched to collect opinions on the future of the role of SoA President
Call for entries – Audio Drama Awards 2024
Entries are now open for two of the BBC Audio Drama Awards – the Imison and Tinniswood – celebrated annually and administered by the Society of Authors
Catch up on the 2023 SoA Awards
Thank you for helping us celebrate the 2023 SoA Awards
‘A plethora of riches’ – announcing the winners of the 2023 Society of Authors’ Awards
Nicola Griffith wins the inaugural ADCI Literary Prize. Jay Gao and Louise Kennedy are among over 30 winners at this year’s SoA Awards