AI & Authorship: The Goncourt Academy rejected a Serbian-language prize novel after accusations it was “most likely” AI-generated, with the author denying use and arguing he could rewrite by hand—raising fresh debate over whether AI-detection tools should affect careers. Publishing Industry: Sharjah Book Authority’s Onshur-backed “Launch” programme selects 25 aspiring publishers for training on costs, markets, and sustainable business models. Book-to-Entertainment: MrBeast and James Patterson team up on The Most Dangerous Games, a thriller built around a billion-dollar reality-style contest, while Stephen King publicly praises Apple TV’s underseen horror miniseries Last Seen. Literary Culture & Events: Broadway’s Annie returns for its 50th anniversary in fall 2027. Local Books & Readers: Waubgeshig Rice headlines a free Severn Township Public Library event with signing. Writing Tools: Hugh Ho’s NEO word processor for novelists is highlighted as distraction-free, export-friendly, and open-source. True Crime Reading: A roundup ranks the 10 best true crime books of all time. Royal Memoir Buzz: Reports swirl around Sarah Ferguson’s alleged “tell-all” plans, with denials and counterclaims. Health & Grief: A small clinical trial suggests ayahuasca plus meaning-reconstruction therapy may ease severe bereavement.