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- The novel 'Daggermouth' by H.M. Wolfe is a viral hit on Amazon, with a seven-figure publishing deal from Simon & Schuster and a top spot on the best-seller list.
- A study by researchers using AI-detection tools found that 60% of 'Daggermouth' appears to be AI-generated, with rare expressions shared across multiple self-published ebooks.
- The author denies using AI, citing the unreliability of detection tools, while experts argue the evidence is statistically significant.
- The debate highlights a growing trend of AI-assisted fiction on Amazon, where 20% of ebooks contain substantial AI text, but successful AI novels face stigma and secrecy.
- The article questions whether AI fiction can be genuinely good and whether authors will ever be transparent about its use, given the backlash and lack of reliable detection methods.