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Collaborative Projects and Copyrights
What? It’s 2023 already? New year, new motto — Don’t sacrifice progress and success for perfection. Two writers recently entered into a collaborative project and midway through questions arose about...
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Creative Collaborations: What to consider in joint venture agreements
“I’ve got a really great story for you to write.” Writers hear that line often, especially if they have reached some level of success as an author. It could be a celebrity who wants to publish a memoir...
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Publishing Scams
The writing industry is competitive, and with so many aspiring authors out there, it’s no wonder that scammers worm their way into the industry to take advantage of a writer’s hopes and dreams. Almost...
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Using Music and Film Clips Without Violating Copyright Law
If you are creating book trailers, audiobooks, or online videos that include preexisting music or film clips, copyright law can be one of your biggest headaches. The first step to avoiding copyright...
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Happy July 4th Week!
Or, in the words of the King of England from Hamilton, “Happy Treason Day, Ungrateful Colonials.” We’re off partying like it’s 1776. Drinks up. Grill hot. Sparklers lit! Enjoy your holiday. The post...
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The Copyright Small Claims Court
For those wanting to enforce your copyright against an infringer but have steered away from federal court because the litigation process was too complex, time-consuming, and expensive (possibly...
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Using Song Lyrics In Fiction
I hear this question often — “Can I use song lyrics in my fiction?” I completely understand. Music provides great inspiration for writers. A few lines from “In Da Club” by 50 Cent could be brilliant...
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Artificial Intelligence Generated Work – Copyright Protection and Infringement
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to develop, it’s becoming increasingly capable of creating works indistinguishable from those created by humans, which raises intriguing questions about...
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Seven Questions for Finding the Right Hybrid Publisher
Most writers dream of being published by a major traditional publisher and becoming a bestselling author. It can take a while to realize that the number of writers with that kind of luck is...
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Writing Podcasts
I love a good podcast. Especially if it’s about writing. Podcasts are a great way to learn, get inspired, and tap into the writing community. If you need a few suggestions, check out these podcast...
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Crafting The Perfect Copyright Page
As an author, pouring your heart and soul into a manuscript is just the beginning of your journey. Protecting your intellectual property and ensuring proper acknowledgment are crucial steps in the...
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