AI Use Across the Book Industry: Results from BISG’s Survey

AI in Publishing: What the Data Tells Us

Discover how 550+ industry professionals across the U.S. and Canada are using—or avoiding—AI, and what it means for the future of publishing.

This summer, BISG gathered over 550 responses to our industry-wide survey, AI Use Across the North American Book Industry, developed and fielded by BISG’s AI Working Group. The survey was designed to inform the development of best practices and programming to support the book industry in the U.S. and Canada as it navigates this change; now, we’re bringing the results to you.

Join us for a data-driven discussion of how AI is being used—or not—across the North American publishing supply chain. We'll share key findings from the survey, highlight emerging trends, and explore what they mean for the future of our industry. Whether you're actively using AI tools, just beginning to explore their potential, or avoiding them altogether, this session will offer valuable insight into where the industry stands and what’s next.

Who Should Attend:
Publishers, distributors, service providers, retailers, librarians, educators, and anyone interested in the evolving role of AI in the book industry.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how your peers are thinking about and engaging with AI—and what it means for your work.

Featured Speaker

BROOKE HORN  is the Operations Manager at BISG, where she drives member engagement through committees and working groups, advancing positive change across the publishing industry. Since earning her MS in Book Publishing from Portland State University, she has held roles at Audible, Guilford Press, and Pediment Publishing, with experience spanning editing, acquisitions, project management, bookselling, and marketing. Brooke also serves on the Independent Book Publishers Association's Legislation and Standards Committee.

The BISG AI Working Group is focused on understanding and guiding the use of artificial intelligence in book publishing, with applications spanning editorial, metadata, rights management, accessibility, forecasting, and the supply chain. The group aims to collect information on AI use, facilitate discussions, and propose best practices or policies addressing key concerns like copyright, privacy, bias, and transparency. Deliverables include sharing resources, recommending policies, and hosting webinars. The group seeks broader participation to ensure well-rounded expertise and reduce fragmented discussions across the industry.