The emergence of AI-generated literature raises profound questions about the nature of storytelling and human connection. As bestselling philosopher Yuval Noah Harari notes, storytelling is a defining feature of humanity, enabling collective imagination of concepts like nations and rights. However, AI systems are now producing literary works, leading to concerns about authenticity. For instance, Hachette recently withdrew a horror novel after readers suspected AI involvement, and similar doubts have arisen around a Commonwealth Short Story Prize winner. This situation highlights the need for the literature industry to establish verifiable human authorship in creative competitions. Storytelling has historically been vital for human survival, allowing societies to tackle complex challenges and shape cultural narratives. Yet, AI-generated content lacks the depth of human experience, as it is produced without the emotions and consciousness that define our stories. The rise of 'BOThors'—AI authors—poses a risk to our understanding of creativity and the essence of human connection.