Trademark: Let’s Meet Copyright’s Half Sister by Helen Sedwick explains the similarities and differences between copyright and trademark, and what writers need to know to avoid trademark infringement.
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Monday Mailbag: Self-Publishing Questions & Answers
Monday Mailbag: Self-Publishing Questions & Answers dealing with ISBN, book trim sizes, WordPress, page numbering and more
How Romeo and Juliet Can Help You Write Your Next Book
How Romeo and Juliet Can Help You Write Your Next Book by Helen Sedwick explains how copyright works when writers base their stories on public domain works.
Should You Be Using a Pen Name?
Should You Be Using a Pen Name? by Helen Sedwick explains why authors use pen names, how to choose and register a pen name, and what not to do when using one.
21 Tips for Creating a Successful Writing Collaboration
21 Tips for Creating a Successful Writing Collaboration by Helen Sedwick details what partners should know, discuss and decide when entering into a writing collaboration.
Do You Know Who Owns Your Book Cover?
Do you know who owns your book cover? by Helen Sedwick explains what self-published authors need to know about their book cover design ownership rights and how to avoid having look-alike covers for their books.
7 Questions to Ask Before Choosing a Self-Publishing Company
7 Questions to Ask Before Choosing a Self-Publishing Company by Helen Sedwick explains how authors should vet self-publishing companies before signing any contracts.
Monday Mailbag, Self-Publishing Questions and Answers
Monday Mailbag, Self-Publishing Questions and Answers deals with ISBNs, copyright, selecting fonts, cover design and more
Monday Mailbox, Questions and Answers on Self-Publishing
Monday Mailbox, Questions and Answers on Self-Publishing about CreateSpace, Lightning Source, print on demand, ebooks and more
Wednesday Mailbag: Answers to 18 Self-Publishing Questions
18 Self-Publishing Questions and Answers about ISBN, copyright, print on demand, ebooks, book distribution, blogging, book marketing