Prof. Evans presents “Legal Matters that Matter to Writers” @ Black Writers Conf. in FL

Despite the presence of Hurricane Isaac which threatens the Gulf region, the BWRC 2012 show must go on!

When: August 29 – September 3

Where: Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort & Spa

About BWRC

Established in 2000, the Black Writers Reunion & Conference is well known for its engaging workshop presenters, outstanding topics, inspirational ambience, and professional organization. While BWRC does not discriminate against participants of any race, BWRC is the only touring conference with the added cultural bonus of being presented both by and for Black writers. This year is billed as the last event and, Murphy’s Law notwithstanding, the list of confirmed presenters and attendees is impressive and exciting.

As in past years, I will present “Legal Matters That Matter to Writers” created with the rights of writers and other creative folks in mind.

About Legal Matters that Matter to Writers

My workshop is an informative and engaging presentation tailored specifically for writers and independent publishers who want straightforward, clear, and concise answers to the most common and pressing legal issues in the publishing industry. After attending this workshop you will understand:

  • how copyright is created and protected
  • what is considered a fair use in print and on the Internet
  • what can and cannot be copyrighted
  • how legally to refer to real people, places, and events in one’s own work
  • the real deal about the myth of the Poor Man’s copyright
  • the critical timing of when to register your work with the Copyright Office
  • the most common contracts involved in securing, licensing and transferring copyright and other rights
  • things to consider when you are sealing the deal

Flawless beaches…
3 days…
30 workshops…
26 speakers…
Poetry & fiction readings…
Powerful networking…
YOUR DREAM!

Register now!

Google says “Book scanning? No harm, no foul.” The Authors Guild says “Not so fast …”

“The long-running lawsuit over Google’s decision to scan millions of books could be nearing the end game. Google’s latest filing, in a case poised to redefine copyright law, cites everything from Mad Men to minority rights to argue that book scanning is ‘fair use.'”

Read the full article about Google’s argument in support of its fair use claim, by Jeff John Roberts at PaidContent.org

Here’s the Authors Guild take on the Google Book issue [Scott Turow, June 1, 2012]

UPDATE: WITF Radio Smart Talk show on copyright, free exchange & the Web rescheduled 7/25 9AM

Credit: Clint M Chilcott 2008 (via shared photostream)

[See original post about this show, originally scheduled for 7/23/2012]

Many people share content they find on the Internet but are you doing it legally? How do you know for sure? Because, after all, something that is available on the Internet does not equal something freely available in the “public domain”, at least as defined by copyright law.

Get the answers to these and other questions in plain English from intellectual property and entertainment law expert Associate Professor Tonya M. Evans,  on WITF Radio Smart Talk, Wednesday, July 25th 9:00-10:00 AM Eastern (89.5 and 93.3, Central PA, USA and available via live stream).

You can also participate in the convo and submit your questions and comments by following @WITFnews and @LegalWritePub.

During the show you will:

  • Learn how to avoid infringing copyright in the online environment
  • Identify what’s considered fair use
  • Learn how to protect and share your own literary and artistic productions; and
  • Explore the free exchange of information debate

The discussion is based on Copyright Companion for Writers, by Tonya Evans.

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NOTE: If you miss the LIVE broadcast:

Legal Resources for Writers from LegalWritePublications.com: