“My friends gave me verbal permission to include them in my book. Can they sue me later?”
If I write a letter stating these people consent to my representing them in my novel, would this suffice?
libel
“My friend threatened to sue me for quoting her (but not naming her) in a short story. What can I do?”
My friend said, “If you write about me, I’ll sue you.” But, I’ve already published the book!
Hiding Won’t Protect You From a Libel Lawsuit. Just ask John.
Some authors are tempted to write what they want, and to hell with anyone who doesn’t like it.
“I want to write about my childhood friends. Can they sue me for mentioning things that happened back then?”
I want to write about my childhood experiences and I’d really like to use names. What advice can you give?
Q – “My brother was a famous singer in an 80’s rock band. Can I write about that?”
My brother hit the big time in the 80 s as a singer in a band he formed called (removed). I have an urge to write a book about my experiences with the band and touring with them as well…
Karen Wasted a Year Writing a Book She CAN’T Publish
Don’t be Karen! Research publishing laws BEFORE writing that book!
“If I signed a non-disclosure agreement, can I still write about my ex-boss using a pseudonym?”
I’m involved in a lawsuit against my previous employer and want to write a book about the case.
4 Questions to Answer Before Writing “Scathing” Exposés About People
A writer asks, “Can I get sued for writing scathing articles on televangelists?”
Should I Write About Abuse if the Abuser Is Still Living?
The abuser could sue. Not naming him can’t protect you from that.
Airing Someone Else’s Dirty Laundry in Print or Online… Is it REALLY Worth It?
Often, it’s just not worth it to play with that fire and it usually doesn’t detract from a memoir.