Freelance Writing Contracts
For freelance writers accepting new projects, it is in your best interest to secure a written agreement that outlines the terms of the project. I know — most of us would rather jump from a 10-meter diving platform than sign...
The Rise Of Graphic Novels
Shazam! Superhero movies are all the rage in case you missed it. This massive surge in popularity has translated into a steady increase in the graphic novel market too. Graphic novel sales in 2015 and 2016 had a huge spike, while...
Happy Chocolate Week!
The second best thing about Valentine’s Day – discounted chocolate. I’m waiting in line. See you next week when the choc-spike wears off. Photo Credit: Pete Wright | Unsplash Legal Disclaimer: Who needs one. It’s...
Public Domain Images—Are You Legally Compliant?
Using images found online has become common practice. Photos, graphics, book covers, illustrations, and charts — people constantly use images to enhance their content on websites, blogs, and marketing or educational materials....
Negotiating Anthology Contracts
Today I had the awesome experience of hanging out with humpback whales while surfing, which made me incredibly happy (wait…what blog post am I writing here). So why not write about something else that makes me happy–writers...