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CDMBOOKS is the publishing imprint of Carol Denise Mitchell — the first author to publish a full, real‑time book documenting the Musk v. OpenAI federal trial. As the only OPENAI documentarian who witnessed the proceedings from inside the Ronald V. Dellums Federal Building, Mitchell captured the testimony, legal strategy, civic tension, and cultural impact of one of the most significant technology trials in modern American history.

Her bestselling book, OPENAI: Oakland’s Seat at the Table, stands as the first published account of the Musk v. OpenAI case, written day‑by‑day as the trial unfolded. Mitchell’s work provides an unprecedented view into how a nine‑person Oakland jury ultimately dismissed Elon Musk’s lawsuit on statute‑of‑limitations grounds — a decision that reshaped public understanding of AI governance, corporate responsibility, and the future of artificial intelligence in the United States.

Mitchell is a two‑time award‑winning author known for her sharp narrative voice, investigative clarity, and ability to translate complex public events into compelling nonfiction. Her catalog spans memoir, social commentary, and legal‑cultural reporting, with a consistent focus on elevating overlooked voices and documenting pivotal civic moments.

As an Oakland‑based writer with roots in Los Angeles, Mitchell brings a unique blend of lived experience, journalistic instinct, and cultural insight to her work. Her reporting on the Musk v. OpenAI trial has positioned her as a credible voice in national conversations about AI ethics, public accountability, and the role of everyday citizens in shaping technological futures.

CDMBOOKS continues to publish works that inform, challenge, and inspire readers — with a commitment to truth, transparency, and storytelling that honors the communities at the center of America’s most important conversations.