Publishing platforms launch writing-proof tools as authors face AI accusations

Cointime update: Hachette Book Group canceled US publication and halted UK distribution of horror novel “Shy Girl” after AI detector Pangram said about 78% of its text was AI-generated, author Mia Ballard denied using AI and said she is taking legal action. Platforms including Workings, Blindproof, Wintertext, Human Ink and ObraVera now offer to track and record authors’ writing processes, some encrypting text or typing rhythms to generate unique codes. Authors Guild CEO Mary Rasenberger said the guild does not recommend any single tool but wants authors to know they can serve as a safety net.