Published on August 12, 2022
Censorship, legal, libel

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Published on August 5, 2022
Censorship, copyrights, legal, libel

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Published on July 15, 2022
amazon, Censorship, legal, libel

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Published on July 8, 2022
author, copyrights, legal, libel, Print on demand, self-publishing, traditional publishing, writing career advice

While it may be tempting to take shortcuts, and “borrow” from others without permission, don’t do it. EVER.
Published on June 16, 2022
amazon, legal, libel

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Published on June 10, 2022
amazon, copyrights, legal, libel

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Published on May 28, 2022
Censorship, legal, libel

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Published on May 20, 2022
amazon, Censorship, copyrights, legal, libel

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Published on May 13, 2022
Censorship, legal, libel, plagiarism

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Published on May 13, 2022
legal, libel, writing career advice

Just like any other profession, freelance writers are equally susceptible to legal action.