Google is taking a major step forward in transforming NotebookLM, its AI-powered research and note-taking assistant, into more than just a productivity tool. In a recent update announced Monday, the company introduced a collection of featured notebooks contributed by well-known authors, media outlets, academics, and even historical archives.

This move positions NotebookLM as a destination for curated knowledge and exploration, giving users the ability to learn directly from expertly assembled content.

Explore Expert-Curated Knowledge on a Range of Topics

The initial launch includes notebooks from respected sources such as The Economist, The Atlantic, and the University of Oxford’s Our World In Data project. It also features contributions from bestselling authors and scholars in psychology, science, and literature.