Category: Legal Topics for Authors

When it Comes to Permissions, Don’t Forget to Say “Please” by Denise Gibbon, Esq.

Posted by Guest Post | Jan 25, 2022 | Blog, LEGAL TOPICS - MEMBERS ONLY, Legal Topics for Authors, Nonfiction Book Publishing, Other Nonfiction Topics

As a child, one of the first rules I learned was to precede a request with “please.” To my young...

Recording: Joseph Perry and Jennifer Chen – Understanding Publishing Industry Contracts, Agreements, and Trademarks

Posted by Stephanie Chandler | Sep 15, 2021 | Legal Topics for Authors, PODCAST RECORDING ARCHIVES - MEMBERS ONLY

Join us as Joseph Perry and Jennifer Chen speaks on the topic: Understanding Publishing Industry...

How to Contractually Revert Your Rights (And What to Consider Before Doing So) by Joseph Perry

Posted by Guest Post | Aug 19, 2021 | Blog, Legal Topics for Authors, Other Nonfiction Topics

If you’re not happy with your publisher and you want to revert some or all of the rights to...

What is the Difference between Granting and Assigning Rights in Your Book Contract? by Joseph Perry

Posted by Guest Post | Aug 10, 2021 | Blog, Legal Topics for Authors, Other Nonfiction Topics

Nearly every time you receive a book contract, the first provision staring back at you will be the...

Podcast Interview: Joseph Perry and Jennifer Chen 09/15/2021 – Understanding Publishing Industry Contracts, Agreements, and Trademarks

Posted by Stephanie Chandler | Aug 1, 2021 | Legal Topics for Authors, Past Events, Podcast

Event Date: September 15, 2021 | Time: 10AM PT / 1PM ET Join us as Joseph Perry and Jennifer Chen...

What Can You Trademark as an Author? by Joseph Perry

Posted by Guest Post | Jul 27, 2021 | Blog, Legal Topics for Authors, Other Nonfiction Topics

Have you ever wondered whether you could trademark your book or your brand? According to 15 USC...

Tips on Avoiding Legal Issues When Writing Your Memoir by Joseph Perry

Posted by Guest Post | Jul 20, 2021 | Blog, Legal Topics for Authors, Other Nonfiction Topics

When you write your memoir, what do you need to be aware of so you don’t get sued? There are...

Tips on Using Song Lyrics in Books by Joseph Perry

Posted by Guest Post | Jul 13, 2021 | Blog, Legal Topics for Authors, Other Nonfiction Topics, Writing Nonfiction

You’ve probably come across lyrics that would be perfect for your book. But can you use them? Song...

Fair Use – When Can I Use Third-Party Text? by Joseph Perry

Posted by Guest Post | Nov 25, 2019 | Blog, Legal Topics for Authors, Other Nonfiction Topics, Writing Nonfiction

If you have written or are writing a nonfiction book, you likely have come across text belonging...

Recording: Barbara Ingrassia – Copyright Matters: Protect Your Content and Learn the Rules You May Not Realize You’re Violating

Posted by Stephanie Chandler | Jul 17, 2019 | Legal Topics for Authors, PODCAST RECORDING ARCHIVES - MEMBERS ONLY

Join us as Barbara Ingrassia speaks on the topic: Copyright Matters: Protect Your Content and...

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