Supriadi Supriadi, Andi Asrifan
This chapter analyzes the changing role of artificial intelligence (AI) in literature, emphasizing the intricate dynamics of originality and authenticity in AI-generated creations. As AI systems progressively engage with human authors or generate independent literature, inquiries emerge regarding authorship, emotional profundity, and creative authenticity. The research examines the philosophical underpinnings of originality, the functional role of algorithms, and the difficulties in evaluating the literary merit of machine-generated texts. It also examines audience perceptions of AI-generated literature and its cultural implications. Ethical aspects, such as copyright, representation, and creative purpose, are emphasized to promote appropriate utilization of AI in literary creation. This interdisciplinary investigation advocates for a balanced methodology that recognizes the advantages and constraints of AI, promoting collaborative creation while safeguarding human expression in the digital literary domain. © 2026, IGI Global Scientific Publishing. All rights reserved.
Universitas Islam Makassar, Indonesia; Universitas Negeri Makassar, Indonesia
