# Ep. 087 - One Massive Change Coming to Amazon

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Podcast: [Blank Page to Best Seller](https://stenobird.com/podcast/blank-page-to-best-seller-6599516)
Published: 2026-01-13T11:00:00+00:00
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Changing how DRM works with Amazon e-books Amazon is always changing and evolving and we're staying updated with all those changes so you don't have to. In the latest big change, Amazon is changing how authors work with DRM in their e-books. We talk about all fo that and more in this week's Biz Buzz segment. Biz Buzz There is one BIG massive change coming soon to Amazon that will effect both authors AND readers. Beginning in late January 2026, Amazon is changing the way authors will grant DRM permissions for their e-books. We talk about what that change is, what DRM is, and how this change will change both the author and reader experience on the Amazon Kindle. Timestamps Biz Buzz Segment: DRM and Amazon (3:14) The Author's Voice Links Become a Friend of The Show! Support the Show - Become a Friend of the Show for only $2/month Join The Author's Voice Association Apply to join The Author's Voice Association Read our book! NOW ON SALE! - The Write Way: Conversations with Publishing Pros Stay In Touch With The Author's Voice Follow us The Author's Voice on social: Facebook - Instagram - LinkedIn - Threads Watch all of our Biz Buzz segments and more on YouTube Learn more about The Author's Voice on our website: theauthorsvoice.org

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