Know the risks before publishing AI-generated books!
With the rise of AI writing tools, many people are promoting the idea of quickly generating and publishing books using artificial intelligence.
However, a recent court ruling has made it clear that this approach comes with serious legal risks.
On March 18, 2025, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit ruled that works created solely by AI, without human involvement, do not qualify for copyright protection under U.S. law. This means that if you publish a book entirely written by AI, you cannot claim exclusive rights to it—anyone can legally copy, distribute, or republish it without your permission.
Despite this ruling, many "how-to" guides continue to encourage people to create and publish AI-generated books, often without mentioning the copyright implications.
If you’re considering using AI for writing, it’s crucial to ensure that your work includes enough original human creativity to qualify for legal protection. Otherwise, you may find yourself with a book that belongs to everyone but you.
You can access the official ruling by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit on AI-generated works and copyright protection through the D.C. Circuit Court website.