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HarperCollins Adopts AI For Harlequin Translations
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HarperCollins announced in early January 2026 that it is adopting AI-assisted translation workflows for Harlequin romance novels, beginning tests with a partnered AI firm focused on French-language editions. The publisher says the hybrid approach pairs proprietary neural models with human editors to reduce costs and accelerate releases. The move has prompted protests from translators and raised concerns about cultural fidelity and job displacement.
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