The Society of Authors
The largest UK union for writers, illustrators and literary translators. Fighting for a fairer industry since 1884. #societyofauthors
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- We've joined forces with other creator-led organisations to co-launch Brave New World?, a groundbreaking report that shows the onset of a creative jobs crisis in the UK. You can find the link to the report, and to email your MP, on our website.
- As ever, our Contracts and Advice team has been busy providing expert advice on all aspects of the profession. We provide free, unlimited advice for our members. If you're not a member you can join today.
- Baroness Kidron calls for justice in her foreword to our ‘Brave New World?’ report on GenAI Stand up for creators and write to your MP today - you'll find a link to the report, and how to write to your MP ihttps://buff.ly/HLhczJy #JusticeForCreators
- The K Blundell Trust is now open for grant applications for works-in-progress. The trust is administered by the Society of Authors and awards grants to British authors under the age of 40 whose work aims to increase social awareness. Find more information on our website buff.ly/sRONwv2
- We've joined forces with other creator-led organisations to co-launch Brave New World?, a groundbreaking report that shows the onset of a creative jobs crisis in the UK. You can find the link to the report, and to email your MP in our bio.
- Have you read our recent report, Brave New World? It's a co-authored groundbreaking report that shows the onset of a creative jobs crisis in the UK. buff.ly/vIuLqfn Join our chair @samblakebooks and create your own reel to show the creator behind the book. Use the #JusticeForCreators and tag us
- Yesterday, we launched Brave New World? a ground-breaking report about the impact of Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI). This major new study has been published in partnership with other creator-led organisations. buff.ly/vIuLqfn
- Today, we join forces with other creator-led organisations to co-launch Brave New World?, a groundbreaking report that shows the onset of a creative jobs crisis in the UK. Here's the link to the report, and to email your MP buff.ly/vIuLqfn
- Today, we join forces with other creator-led organisations to co-launch Brave New World? a groundbreaking report that shows the onset of a creative jobs crisis in the UK. You can find the link to the report buff.ly/vIuLqfn , and to email your MP ihttps://justiceforcreators.eaction.org.uk/write
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- SoA Chair Vanessa Fox O’Loughlin, writing as @samblakebooks.bsky.social experienced first hand the damage that AI Generated content can do. An Al-generated dark romantasy trilogy was published on Amazon under her name without consent.
- Today, we join forces with other creator-led organisations to co-launch Brave New World?, a groundbreaking report that shows the onset of a creative jobs crisis in the UK. buff.ly/vIuLqfn #JusticeForCreators
- Brave New World: Justice for creators in the age of GenAI In our ongoing commitment to campaign for author rights and interests, we have joined forces with other creator-led organisations to co-launch a ground-breaking report showing the onset of a creative jobs crisis in the UK. buff.ly/wThFNtu
- We administer prizes celebrating authors of all genres and at every stage of their careers. Make sure you're in with a shot this year. buff.ly/bD1J33r
- Make this the year you visit us in person. We have dates for SoA lates, coffees & members' lunches throughout the year, so there is plenty of time to plan. Or join us at the London Book Fair in March.
- For authors whose works are listed in the Anthropic Settlement case in the US: Reminder of key dates (if your works qualify). If you wish to ‘opt out’ or object to the settlement, you must do so by 29 January 2026. You will find more information on our website, including FAQs. buff.ly/4jKhnye
- Join translator Katharine Halls as she discusses her work, career and creative routines. Katharine will also do a short reading from her latest translation, On the Greenwich Line. buff.ly/ypo0S1z
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- Here's award-winning children's author and SoA member Rashmi Sirdeshpande sharing a beautiful opportunity to get involved with the National Year of Reading. #GoAllIn #NationalYearOfReading2026 buff.ly/4JqYO8K
- Now is a good time to give your existing contracts a once over. Check when your royalty statements and payments are due. If you have sub-licensing agreements, don’t forget to look at these too. They are often for a limited duration, so make a note of when the agreement expires.
- The SoA board has elected Vanessa Fox O'Loughlin (@samblakebooks.bsky.social) for a second term as Chair and @julietemckenna.bsky.social as Vice Chair. Congratulations, and we are delighted to welcome your second term. Read more here buff.ly/B5LoxYA
- 2026 is a challenging time to be an author, and we remain committed to fighting for your rights and interests.
- We have made the decision to formally close our X social media account. Once a vibrant platform to promote the interests of authors, we feel X is no longer a trusted place for balance, community support, and reliable information.
- Later this month we're celebrating our new John Calder Translation Prize with a week of special events. We begin with a panel discussion on editing translated work. The online event will be chaired by Alessandro Gallenzi, with Stella Sabin, Rahul Bery and James Young on the panel. buff.ly/J1mtglh
- We think the SoA membership is superb value for money, especially when you can save money along the way with our partner discounts and offers. Log in to the member area for details, or join us now to enjoy all these benefits and more. buff.ly/Rk7bK47
- Talking about your author brand may feel "icky" but in a competitive market it's crucial to stand out. In an article first published in our quarterly journal, The Author, Rishi Dastidar makes the case for the value of branding. buff.ly/6Mr3g0Y
- We’re rounding off our John Calder Week with a literary tour of the City of London. The guided route will take in the homes and drinking spots of notable literary figures. Along the way we will discuss John Calder and his key role in the fight against censorship. buff.ly/qH841C4
- The Society of Authors and children’s reading charity Coram Beanstalk have launched a campaign aimed at supporting 1,000 primary school children to become life-long readers. buff.ly/95eajFC #NationalYearOfReading2026 #GoAllIn
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- If you’ve resolved to commit to your professional development in 2026, make sure you check out our programme of events for the year. You can also catch up with any online events you've missed via our website. Head to the Resources page to browse the full archive of event recordings. buff.ly/5Rbg0Hd
- Make 2026 the year you find community, peer support and connection by joining our growing network of local groups. buff.ly/gequgxW
