Melania Trump has unveiled an innovative AI audiobook version of her memoir, Melania, announcing its release on Friday.
The First Lady introduced her project as “a new era in publishing,” featuring an AI-generated rendition of her voice, to be available through a dedicated app.
“I am honored to share Melania — The AI Audiobook — narrated entirely using artificial intelligence in my own voice. Let the future of publishing begin,” she stated.
Published in October 2024, Melania combines memoir and coffee table book elements. The AI audiobook launched on May 22, compatible with a text-to-voice AI application, and is expected to be offered in various languages, including Spanish and Hindi.
“Writing this memoir has been a deeply personal and reflective journey for me,” Trump expressed in a promotional video. “As someone frequently subjected to public scrutiny and misrepresentation, I feel a duty to clarify the facts and share my perspective.”
AI Revolutionizing the Audiobook Industry
The use of AI-generated voices is significantly transforming the audiobook landscape. Recently, a major company announced collaborations with publishers to broaden their catalog of AI-narrated titles, emphasizing their commitment to quality and collaboration with creators.
Advanced AI tools now allow for accurate voice recreation in multiple languages. This technology enables entire audiobook recordings to be generated from voice samples, greatly enhancing efficiency and reducing costs across industries. Reports indicate that AI can minimize animation production expenses by up to 90 percent.
However, the rise of AI in creative fields has sparked concerns among artists and voice actors about the potential threats to their professions. Notable incidents, such as the introduction of an AI-generated voice for a character in a popular video game, have prompted industry-wide discussions and formal complaints regarding labor practices.
The company behind the audiobook technology recently achieved a valuation of $3.3 billion, and their platform also features voices of iconic historical figures, raising ethical debates about the use of AI in recreating likenesses of deceased individuals.
Order the new AI audiobook directly from the First Lady’s official website.
