Authors Guild sets up 'Human Author' portal to certify books come from 'human intellect'

The Authors Guild has launched an online portal for authors to certify that their books are the product of human creativity, not artificial intelligence. This initiative, dubbed "Human Authored," aims to foster transparency and emphasize the importance of human connection in storytelling.

CEO Mary Rasenberger explained that the initiative is not an outright rejection of technology, but rather a way to honor the unique human elements of writing. Authors can still utilize AI tools for tasks like spell-checking or research; however, certification ensures that the creative expression is distinctly human.

To obtain certification, authors need to log into the portal, provide details about their book, and agree to a licensing contract, which allows them to display a specific logo on their book covers and promotional materials.

Furthermore, the Authors Guild intends to register the "Human Authored" logo with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Eventually, the guild plans to extend this certification opportunity to nonmembers, broadening the impact of the initiative across the writing community.