Half of surveyed UK novelists fear AI could replace their work entirely

A Cambridge survey found that 51% of UK novelists fear AI could replace their work entirely, with 39% reporting income loss due to generative AI and 85% expecting future earnings to decline. Authors advocate for permission-based AI training and compensation, while highlighting concerns over copyright, creativity, and market competition. The study also noted that romance, thriller, and crime genres are perceived as most vulnerable to AI disruption.

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All articles from 5 October 2026. Summaries are AI-generated and may contain errors; the linked article is the authority.