The Writer's Guide to Copyright, Contract and Law, 4th Edition

How to Enjoy Your Rights as an Author and Comply with Your Obligations

By: Helen Shay

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Paperback | 18 March 2009 | Edition Number 1

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The law is of great significance to you as a writer. It can work to your advantage or to your disadvantage; it can help you or hinder you. The best way to ensure that you get the most out of the law is to know it. With this book you will learn what rights you have as a writer and how to enjoy them; and what obligations you have and how to comply with them. You will discover how to avoid legal pitfalls; and, in the event that you find yourself in a legal entanglement, how best to remedy the situation.

Specifically, this book will show you;

* What copyright is and how the law protects an owner * How to preserve your copyright and avoid infringing that of others

* How to avoid libellous writing and defend yourself from legal action should the need arise

* What is required for a binding contract, and how to enter into and get out of one with your

publisher

* What are the usual basic clauses of a publishing contract, with examples

* How to understand advances, royalties and rights

* How to deal with your literary estate

* What other legal issues may arise and how to manage them With the help of this book you will become confident in your knowledge of the law as it applies to you - before, during and after publication.

Industry Reviews

'Clear, no-nonsense style - no jargon or waffle - just sound common sense advice.' Alison Chisholm, BBC Radio Merseyside 'Utterly invaluable - an absolute MUST for anyone putting pen to paper for publication.' A UK reader. 'Worth a fortune to any writer. Invaluable help.' Jayne Dawson, Writer, Journalist and Features Editor, Yorkshire Evening Post. 'This book is a must for any author's library.' The Woman Writer.

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List of illustrations	p. ixi
Foreword	p. xi
Preface	p. xiii
What Use Are Your Rights?	p. 1
How important is the law to you as a writer?	p. 1
Is the law an ass?	p. 3
Watching out for legal dangers	p. 3
Gaining the rewards of knowing your rights	p. 4
Case studies - introduction	p. 5
Summary	p. 6
Points to consider	p. 6
Using Your Copyright	p. 7
What is copyright?	p. 7
Knowing Your 'moral rights'	p. 14
Preserving these rights	p. 18
Noting other rights	p. 20
Avoiding infringement of copyright	p. 20
Case studies	p. 21
Summary	p. 24
Points to consider	p. 25
Utilising Material	p. 26
Inputting sources within your text	p. 26
How much can you quote?	p. 29
Acknowledging your sources	p. 34
Avoiding plagiarism	p. 35
Photocopying	p. 39
Being aware of data protection	p. 40
Case studies	p. 43
Summary	p. 45
Points to consider	p. 46
Avoiding Libel	p. 47
What is libel?	p. 47
How far can you go?	p. 49
Preventing legal action	p. 51
Defending legal action	p. 54
Case studies	p. 58
Summary	p. 61
Points to consider	p. 61
Entering a Contract	p. 63
Understanding basic contract law	p. 63
Stipulating terms	p. 65
Benefiting from a contract	p. 68
Case studies	p. 69
Summary	p. 71
Points to consider	p. 71
Negotiating a Publishing Contract	p. 72
Do you need an agent?	p. 72
Sourcing other help	p. 75
Getting involved in the negotiating process	p. 77
Insisting on the essentials	p. 78
Checking the small print	p. 89
Case studies	p. 95
Summary	p. 97
Points to consider	p. 97
Getting Out of a Contract	p. 98
What if it all goes wrong?	p. 98
When is a contract not a contract?	p. 98
How can I end my contract?	p. 99
Using a termination clause	p. 102
Getting redress	p. 105
Case studies	p. 107
Summary	p. 109
Points to consider	p. 109
Getting Paid	p. 111
Taking 'persuasive' measures	p. 111
Deciding to sue	p. 115
Going to court	p. 115
Reaching a settlement	p. 120
Case Studies	p. 121
Summary	p. 122
Points to consider	p. 123
Sorting Out Other Problems	p. 124
Appreciating Legal Aspects of Self-Publishing	p. 131
Is it for you?	p. 131
Choosing the type of organisation	p. 132
Forming a company	p. 133
Choosing a name	p. 134
Dealing with other formalities	p. 136
Teaming up with a printing team	p. 140
Promoting your work	p. 144
Using the Internet	p. 146
Case studies	p. 147
Summary	p. 150
Points to consider	p. 150
Dealing With Your Literary Estate	p. 151
Making a will	p. 151
Choosing the right executors	p. 152
Planning for the future	p. 152
Taking tax into account	p. 153
Case studies	p. 153
Summary	p. 154
Points to consider	p. 154
Glossary	p. 155
Useful Addresses and Websites	p. 159
Further Reading	p. 165
Index	p. 167
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How to Enjoy Your Rights as an Author and Comply with Your Obligations

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