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Copyright
Copyright

The Curious Copyright Infringement Case of Sherlock Holmes in Enola Holmes


The Netflix movie Enola Holmes is based on a series of young adult novels by Nancy Springer, The Enola Holmes Mysteries, published between 2006-2010 by Penguin Random House. The series centers on Sherlock’s teenage sister Enola,...

  • Matt Knight
  • 16th Jan '21
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Trademarks
Trademarks

Trademarks and the Writer’s Brand Strategy


Trademarks are one of the most valuable business assets for creating recognition in the market place. Think of Coke, IBM, and FedEx. For writers wanting to build a brand, trademarks should be part of your brand strategy....

  • Matt Knight
  • 27th Jun '20
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Parody
Parody

Parody, Satire, and Fan Fiction: What’s the difference?


Parody, satire, and fan fiction are terms often confused and misused in the writing spheres. But when it comes to copyright law, these three forms of creative expression are treated quite differently. Understanding the...

  • Matt Knight
  • 13th Jun '20
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COPPA
COPPA

Young Readers and COPPA Compliance


If you are an author of children’s literature (especially middle-grade fiction) or your work targets young readers, then make sure your marketing efforts are COPPA compliant.   What is COPPA? COPPA is the Children’s...

  • Matt Knight
  • 24th May '20
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Collaboration Agreement
Collaboration Agreement

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 but has not the time or...

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  • 9th May '20
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Copyright
Copyright

Using Letters in Creative Work — What Writers Should Know About Copyright Protection


The COVID-19 quarantine is a great opportunity to clean out closets and attics. For writers, rummaging through yesterdays can generate new ideas for creative projects—like using that stack of steamy love letters from an...

  • Matt Knight
  • 18th Apr '20
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Publishing Contract
Publishing Contract

Bankrupt Publishers – What’s an author to do?


Crazy times. Crazy situations. Hopefully you and your family are COVID-19 free, and your sanity is still intact. One blessing from a forced hunker-in-the-bunker reality is that I’m writing a ton. On the flip-side, the COVID-19...

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  • 28th Mar '20
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