Self-Publisher's Legal Handbook: The Step-by-Step Guide to the Legal Issues of Self-Publishing - Softcover

Sedwick, Helen

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0988302152 ISBN 13: 9780988302150

Publisher: Ten Gallon Press, 2014

Synopsis

Self-Publisher’s Legal Handbook is the first step-by-step guide to the legal issues of self-publishing. Attorney and published author Helen Sedwick uses 30 years of legal experience to cut through the legalese and show writers how to stay out of court and at their desks. Topics include--
Business set-up. From DBAs to sales taxes to crowd-funding, Self-Publisher’s Legal Handbook walks writers through the process of setting up their self-publishing ventures.
Moving from Manuscript to Book. Self-Publisher’s Legal Handbook compares the options of engaging a self-publishing service company to doing it yourself using a print-on-demand provider. It lists which contract provisions are acceptable and which are not. It explains the mechanics of hiring designers, editors, and other freelancers.
Intellectual Property Issues. Copyrights, trademark, fair use, and public domain are explained in practical, useful terms, including how to find copyright holders and ask permission. Self-Publisher’s Legal Handbook provide tips on licensing images and music for little or no money.
Internet Regulations. Any writer with a blog needs to know about privacy policies, SPAM, COPPA, and DMCA. Self-Publisher’s Legal Handbook explains these regulations in easy-to-understand language.
Spotting Scams. Writers are e-blasted by businesses promoting overpriced services, if not outright frauds. Self-Publisher’s Legal Handbook shows writers how to spot aggressive sales techniques and scams.
The Scary Stuff. Self-Publisher’s Legal Handbook provides needed guidance on avoiding the dangers of defamation, invasion of privacy, and infringement.

Writing and publishing a book is a significant investment. Writers should not be losing money (and sleep) by hiring the wrong self-publishing company or getting sued for copyright infringement. Sedwick’s Self-Publisher’s Legal Handbook will help writers safely navigate the legal minefield.

About this title

About the Author

HELEN SEDWICK is a California attorney with thirty years of experience representing businesses and entrepreneurs as diverse as wineries, graphic designers, green toy makers, software engineers, investors, restaurateurs, and writers. She graduated from University of Chicago Law School in 1984 and practiced for more than 20 years at top-tier San Francisco firms. In 2007, she moved to the Sonoma wine country and set up her own firm so she could find more time to enjoy life and write. 

Find out more at: helensedwick.com

From the Back Cover

Writing and publishing a book is an investment of time, money, and emotion. Don't lose your copyright by signing the wrong contract, or waste money by buying into a scam, or lose sleep by getting sued for defamation.

A self-published author herself, Helen Sedwick uses 30 years of legal experience to cut through the legalese and show you how to

• Set up your business
• Hire freelancers
• Protect your copyrights
• Understand publishing and POD contracts
• Spot scams
• Avoid infringement
• Steer clear of defamation and privacy claims
• Navigate social media regulations
• Collaborate with partners
• Save on taxes

Sedwick's mission--to keep you out of court and at your desk, writing your next book.

Helen Sedwick is a California attorney representing small business and entrepreneurs. Her historical novel, Coyote Winds, has earned five-star reviews from ForeWord Reviews and Compulsion Reads and is an IndieBRG Medallion Honoree.

Edition details

• Publisher: Ten Gallon Press
• Publication date: 2014
• ISBN 10: 0988302152
• ISBN 13: 9780988302150
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 204