This Week In Publishing (May 25 - June 1)

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This issue of ZenFlip Insider recaps a highly eventful late May 2026 for the publishing world. It covers the successful conclusion of the 39th Hay Festival in Wales, which featured over 600 events. It also details the historic landslide vote by American Library Association employees to form the ALA Workers United union. Additionally, the magazine analyzes Spotify’s new AI-powered audiobook creation tool built with ElevenLabs, exploring its impact on digital sales and industry piracy concerns.

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