Writers And The Law
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Book: Good
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For any writer navigating the complex intersection of creativity and commerce, Writers and the Law serves as an indispensable guide, authored by two Australian legal authorities who bring clarity to the often-bewildering legal landscape that writers must traverse. Colin Golvan and Michael McDonald systematically unpack the key legal issues affecting writers — from publishing contracts and copyright ownership to defamation, moral rights, and the fine print buried within agreements sent by publishers — presenting each concept with a precision that demystifies the legalese and empowers authors to protect their work and their rights. This authoritative volume argues that ignorance of the law is a luxury no professional writer can afford, illustrating how a poorly understood contract or an overlooked clause can have profound and lasting consequences for a writer's career and creative legacy. Golvan and McDonald write with the confidence of seasoned practitioners, offering practical guidance rather than abstract theory, making the book equally valuable to established authors and emerging voices alike. With the publishing industry's terms and conventions constantly evolving, the questions this book raises — about who truly owns a writer's words — remain as urgent today as ever.
Author: Colin Golvan And Michael Mcdonald
Format: Paperback
Genre: Reference & language
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
For any writer navigating the complex intersection of creativity and commerce, Writers and the Law serves as an indispensable guide, authored by two Australian legal authorities who bring clarity to the often-bewildering legal landscape that writers must traverse. Colin Golvan and Michael McDonald systematically unpack the key legal issues affecting writers — from publishing contracts and copyright ownership to defamation, moral rights, and the fine print buried within agreements sent by publishers — presenting each concept with a precision that demystifies the legalese and empowers authors to protect their work and their rights. This authoritative volume argues that ignorance of the law is a luxury no professional writer can afford, illustrating how a poorly understood contract or an overlooked clause can have profound and lasting consequences for a writer's career and creative legacy. Golvan and McDonald write with the confidence of seasoned practitioners, offering practical guidance rather than abstract theory, making the book equally valuable to established authors and emerging voices alike. With the publishing industry's terms and conventions constantly evolving, the questions this book raises — about who truly owns a writer's words — remain as urgent today as ever.