Anthropic case approved
The world’s largest copyright claim has been approved.
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The Society of Authors unveils a new look
The Society of Authors (SoA) has today revealed its new logo and visual identity.
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Concern about BBC job cuts affecting writers’ careers
The Society of Authors is shocked and disappointed to hear about BBC job cuts in news, nations and TV and radio content, as part of the first stage in its plan to save £500m over the next two years.
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Catch up on the 2026 SoA Awards
Thank you for helping us celebrate the 2026 SoA Awards
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“Immense hope for the future of literature” – winners announced for the 2026 SoA Awards
The winners of this year’s Society of Authors’ Awards are revealed this evening, with a number of talented young writers returning from previous years’ ceremonies.
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SoA members recognised in King’s Birthday Honours list
Malorie Blackman, Julia Donaldson and Peter James among those named in the 2026 King’s Birthday Honours list.
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Remembering Maureen Duffy
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Ghosts Are Real (and I’m one of them)
CWIG Committee member Joanna Nadin discusses her experience as a ghostwriter.
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“Vibrant styles, powerful themes, and essential voices” – announcing the Society of Authors Awards 2026 shortlists
The Society of Authors’ Awards shortlists announced today represent some of the best and most promising literary voices of the year.
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How to protect against scammers – a new guide for authors
The Society of Authors and the Writers’ Guild of Great Britain publish new guidance to help authors protect themselves against scammers.
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“Championing the necessary magic and power of books” – Cerrie Burnell announced as keynote for SoA Awards 2026
Author, actor and activist Cerrie Burnell has been announced as the keynote speaker for the Society of Authors’ Awards and Summer Party this June.
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Creators of comics struggling to survive despite a thriving industry
A report launched today lays bare the challenges facing creators of comics, revealing a landscape of financial instability and chronic overwork even as the sector itself enjoys increasing commercial success.
