Our Stance on A.I.

The Short Version

Artificial Intelligence isn’t going anywhere — and neither are we.

At Alibi Syndicate Press, we believe in embracing the tools that help authors work smarter while still protecting the creative heart of storytelling: human imagination.

AI: The Good, The Useful, and the Occasionally Confusing

We’ll be honest — we don’t always like how AI is trained, or what it’s trained on. But we recognize what it can do for authors, not to them.

Used responsibly, AI is a fantastic idea generator and virtual assistant. It can help writers:

Brainstorm plots and character arcs
Draft emails, web copy, or social media posts
Generate concept images and marketing visuals
Run analytics to understand what’s actually working — from ad campaigns to accounting

In short, AI can save authors time on the business side so they can spend more of it writing. That’s a win in our book.

Where We Draw the Line

Now, about the writing itself.

Under current copyright law, a book that’s more than 25% written by AI cannot be copyrighted. That’s not our opinion — it’s the law as it stands.

So our stance is simple:

AI may assist, but the majority of the words must come from the author.
Books must not exceed 25% AI-generated text.
Contracts will make this clear — not to restrict creativity, but to ensure copyright protection and fair attribution.

Can we enforce this? Not perfectly. AI detectors are notoriously unreliable, and we know that. So we rely on the same thing that makes any partnership work: trust. We expect authors to keep their word, just as we’ll keep ours.

Covers and Creative Assets

AI can be an incredible idea machine for cover artists, but it shouldn’t replace them.

Our rule of thumb:

Covers must be primarily created by humans.
AI tools may assist with layout concepts, reference art, or design brainstorming.

We believe collaboration between artist and algorithm can yield stunning results — but the human eye and hand still matter most.

And yes, if you notice that many of our website images are AI-generated, you’re not imagining things. Those are quick visual touches we wouldn’t be hiring out anyway — and AI helps us keep the lights on and the site looking sharp.

On Audiobooks

There’s nothing quite like a great human narrator bringing a story to life — the pauses, the breath, the subtle choices that make a character real.

That’s why we prefer human narration and will always opt for it when possible.

However, AI narration has earned a seat at the table, particularly when it’s:

Ethical (like Eleven Labs Premium, where real voice actors are compensated for their licensed voices)
High-quality, offering an affordable way to bring more stories to audio

In short, AI narration isn’t replacing humans here — it’s extending our reach so more readers (and listeners) can enjoy great stories.

Looking Ahead

The world of AI is changing faster than a plot twist in a noir novel. What’s true today may be outdated by next season.

So we’ll adapt — carefully, openly, and always with respect for our authors, readers, and the art of storytelling. As this technology evolves, so will our policy, and we’ll keep this page updated so you’ll always know where we stand.

Transparency is part of the Syndicate code.

In Summary

AI is a tool — not a ghostwriter, not a shortcut, and definitely not a replacement for human creativity.

At Alibi Syndicate Press, we’ll use it where it helps, set limits where it matters, and stay flexible as the story unfolds.

After all, we’re in the business of storytelling — and every great story still starts with a human mind, a blank page, and a little bit of courage.