Publishing & Tech: A $2m debut crime novel deal collapsed after agents said they couldn’t authenticate how the manuscript was produced, raising fresh questions about AI in bookmaking. Screen Adaptations: Apple TV is developing Colson Whitehead’s “Harlem” trilogy as an ongoing series, with Graham Yost and Barry Jenkins among the producers. Crime Fiction Buzz: Netflix is moving ahead with “Better Than the Movies,” casting Beatrice Kitsos and David Iacono for the YA rom-com adaptation. Gaming & Storytelling: Paizo confirmed 2027 Pathfinder Second Edition releases, including the first crossover adventure path that lets Pathfinder and Starfinder rules be used together. Community Reading: DC Public Library highlights “Commuter Picks,” while Shreve Memorial Library’s summer program urges readers to keep logging minutes and join book clubs. Local Book Events: Block Island Author Day returns at the Southeast Lighthouse, featuring mystery, adventure, and a new illustrated bird guide. Crime & Safety (Book-adjacent): Lacombe’s violent crime severity fell in 2025, and the city is asking residents to report vandalism at a playground after safety pins were removed.