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For most writers, negotiating the legal maze of publishing is as challenging as getting their words in print. This comprehensive guide offers writers solid advice on all aspects of publishing law. Candid and readable, it covers everything from copyrights and taxes to libel laws, subsidiary rights, and the obscure clauses in publisher's contracts. An important resource for editors, agents, or anyone in print or electronic publishing, this updated third edition of The Writer's Legal Companion features essential, irreplaceable information. Whether you write an occasional magazine article or publish a new book every year, The Writer's Legal Companion will save you time, make you money, and reduce your anxiety over the business of publishing.
This book investigates the complex legal landscape of the publishing industry to provide writers with a practical framework for navigating contracts and intellectual property rights. Author Brad Bunnin, an experienced attorney, synthesizes years of legal practice into a readable guide designed to demystify the business side of authorship. By addressing common pitfalls in publishing agreements, the text serves as a protective manual for creators seeking to secure their financial and creative interests.
What You Will Find
Experts and industry professionals frequently cite this work as a foundational resource for understanding the legal mechanics of the publishing trade. Readers often note the clarity of the prose, which successfully translates dense legal jargon into actionable advice for writers at all career stages.
Page Count:
0
Publication Date:
1998-01-01
Publisher:
Addison-Wesley Longman, Incorporated
ISBN-10:
0201360969
ISBN-13:
9780201360967
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