Can I translate and publish a book written by someone who died?
Many people assume that a deceased author’s work is up for grabs once they die. Nothing could be further from the truth.
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LIBEL ENTRAPMENT: Is Someone TRYING to Get You Sued?
The person who contacts you may be in cahoots with the person the false allegations are about.
A JERK Tries to Sell Me Scanned (Illegal) Copies of Books, and Ends Up Looking Like a Fool!
You don’t want to miss this one!!!
“Can I use the names of airlines and cars in my novel?”
Can you use real airline names in your work? It depends.
Yes, You CAN Be Sued for Libel, Even If What You Wrote “Is 100% True”
They can’t sue me because it’s 100% true. That is a very common misconception among authors and the general public.
AUTHORS: Take Some Advice from a Do-It-Yourselfer… Know What You CAN’T Do Yourself – by Brian Whiddon, Managing Editor
I’ve learned to do a lot of things for myself. It’s not just about saving money, although that’s a big bonus. It’s more about the satisfaction I get from being as self-sufficient as I can be. But, that pride must be tempered with a humility that allows me to accept my limitations. There are some things that I simply don’t have enough knowledge or skill to accomplish…
5 Direct Yet Diplomatic Ways To Handle Slow Paying Clients – by Louisa Eunice
While there are those who will honor payments at a later date, a few clients may play coy after the completion of the project. They may even make it impossible to contact them, leaving you feeling stranded…
“Help! I’m locked out of my account in my publisher’s system!”
“I cannot access my author’s account or books in (Amazon’s) KDP. My account is locked out. I have had a terrible experience and have been trying to access my books for almost a year now…”
Putting Your Publisher at Risk of a Lawsuit is NO SMALL MATTER!
While it may be tempting to take shortcuts, and “borrow” from others without permission, don’t do it. EVER.
Potential Legal Issues for Freelancers: What They Don’t Tell You – by Emily Thompson
Some things to keep in mind about legal liabilities for freelancers.