Copyright for Self-Published Authors: What You Can Legally Use
A plain-English guide to what self-published authors can legally use in their books, and the two myths that get authors into trouble.
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Is Your Book Really Being Pirated? How to Tell and What to Do
How to tell real book piracy from harmless third-party Amazon sellers, and exactly what to do about scam download sites, DMCA takedowns, and KDP...
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Rewriting a Public Domain Book: When Is It Transformative Enough?
Rewriting a public domain book only earns you copyright when you add substantial original work; here is what counts and what Amazon KDP requires.
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What Should Go on the Copyright Page of Your Self-Published Book?
The copyright page needs a copyright notice at minimum. Here is what else to include, what is legally required, and what to skip.
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Do You Need to Register Copyright for Your Self-Published Book?
Copyright protection is automatic, but registering with the U.S. Copyright Office unlocks statutory damages, attorney's fees, and the right to sue for infringement.
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