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Supporting working writers and protecting authors' rights since 1912

The Authors Guild advocates for the rights of writers by supporting free speech, fair contracts, and copyright. We create community and fight for a living wage.

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Authors Guild Sues to Reverse Unlawful NEH Grant Terminations

The cancelations stranded many grant recipients mid-project, leaving the completion and publication of their planned books in question.

Book Marketing & Publicity Resources

Promoting your work is one of the toughest parts of being an author. Authors Guild Launchpad is a resource hub for tools and strategies to help with marketing and publicity.

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Supporting working writers and protecting authors' rights since 1912

The Authors Guild advocates for the rights of writers by supporting free speech, fair contracts, and copyright. We create community and fight for a living wage.

Learn About Us

Authors Guild Sues to Reverse Unlawful NEH Grant Terminations

The cancelations stranded many grant recipients mid-project, leaving the completion and publication of their planned books in question.

Book Marketing & Publicity Resources

Promoting your work is one of the toughest parts of being an author. Authors Guild Launchpad is a resource hub for tools and strategies to help with marketing and publicity.

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Advocating for Authors

The Authors Guild exists to support working writers and their ability to earn a living from authorship. We work to protect free speech, honor copyright, and ensure fair compensation practices in the changing publishing landscape.

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We are dedicated to preserving effective copyright protection so authors can make a living writing.

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We oppose all forms of censorship and support legislation protecting freedom of expression.

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Artificial Intelligence

New AI technologies necessitate legal and policy interventions that balance development of useful AI tools with protection of human authorship.

Book Banning

Book banning obstructs the right to read and publish freely and makes it harder for professional writers to earn a living.

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The Authors Guild Wins Major First Amendment Victory in NEH Ruling

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Authors Guild Applauds New Hampshire Governor for Vetoing Unconstitutional Book Banning Bill HB 324

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