When Free Speech Meets Social Media
For the last few years, the intersection of free speech and social media has created a firestorm of controversy. Internet platforms, like YouTube, Twitter, and Facebook, what some have called the modern-day version of the public square, have been criticized for not regulating content. Opponents believe internet companies like Facebook have too much power. Politicians …
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ERROR: 404 — Blog Post Not Found Bummer! We are off enjoying a Thanksgiving holiday. Eating turkey, drinking wine, and incapacitated from devouring not one but two of grandma’s …
Using Services to Create Book Cover Art – Who Owns the Copyright?
Recently I had a question from a reader about services like Canva to create book cover art and who owns the copyright in that art. In short, it depends if you …
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Seven Steps To Your Own Self-Publishing Imprint
What do Broad Reach Publishing and Waterhouse Press have in common? Both are self-publishing imprints owned by authors Hugh Howey and Meredith Wild respectively. While these authors could have used their names as …
Trademark Tips For Writers – How To Protect Your Creative Work
Trademarks are one of the most valuable business assets for creating recognition in the marketplace. For writers wanting to build a brand, trademarks must become a part of your brand …
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The World of Fan Fiction — Where Creative Expression and Copyright Collide
Popular books, movies, or cable shows often inspire devoted fans to write their own fictional stories about beloved characters, settings, or plots. Robin Hood, Sherlock Holmes, Captain Kirk and Spock, …
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Happy Father’s Day!
Not all heroes wear capes. ♥️ Happy Father’s Day! ♥️ P.S., Sorry for causing all the gray hairs.