Melania Trump has announced the forthcoming release of her memoir, titled “Melania,” which will be narrated entirely by an AI version of her voice. This innovative approach to publishing marks what she describes as a “new era in publishing.” In a recent tweet, she expressed her excitement: “Let the future of publishing begin.”
The AI-narrated audiobook is available for purchase on Trump’s website for $25, currently in English, with plans for multiple language versions to be released in the fall. The memoir is set to launch in October 2024 and promises to provide an intimate look into her life, including her upbringing in Slovenia, her modeling career, and her marriage to Donald Trump.
In the promotional materials for the audiobook, a preview of her AI voice shares insights into her personal story: “My story, my perspective, the truth.” The audiobook will run for just over seven hours.
Among the topics covered in the book, Melania discusses her pro-choice stance on abortion, which diverges from her husband’s views. “Why should anyone other than the woman herself have the power to determine what she does with her own body?” she questions, reinforcing her belief in a woman’s right to choose.
The memoir also revisits past controversies, particularly the incident at the 2016 Republican National Convention when her speech was found to have similarities with a previous address by Michelle Obama. Melania reflected on this, attributing the oversight to her staff and her intention to be more hands-on in her public engagements moving forward.
Donald Trump, at first unaware of the details within his wife’s memoir due to his tight schedule, later reassured audiences of its positive content, remarking, “People love our First Lady.”
This memoir not only represents Melania Trump’s personal narrative and insights but also her embrace of emerging technology in publishing, highlighting a combination of traditional storytelling with modern innovation. The approach has the potential to resonate with a broad audience and sets an interesting precedent for future literary endeavors.