The Digital Press

There is a debate about whether recent novels, including a Hunger Games prequel, show signs of AI-generated or ghostwritten content, raising concerns about originality in publishing.

Why it matters: Readers worry AI or ghostwriting may dilute authors' unique voices and creativity in popular book series.

The big picture: Use of ghostwriters is common in publishing, and AI is seen as a new form of ghostwriting.

Commenters say: Opinions vary from skepticism about AI authorship claims to concern over formulaic writing and industry practices.