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Audible's AI-Generated Audiobooks Reach 40,000 Titles, Ignite Content Overload Controversy (9 minutes read)

Audible's experiment with AI-generated audiobook voices has resulted in over 40,000 titles voiced by AI. Emerging from beta testing, the tool has been praised by authors for time and cost savings but criticized by listeners who want better filtering options. While authors have welcomed this potential revenue stream, concerns have been raised over the quality of narration and job loss for professional narrators. Despite some apprehension, many in the publishing industry do see a role for AI in translating books.

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