Copyright Infringements
How to avoid Infringing Copyright
If there's one mistake that people new to writing online frequently make it is copyright infringements! So what exactly is Copyright Infringement? How do you avoid infringing copyright? Why should you avoid it? For the purposes of this page, we will look at two areas where massive numbers of copyright violations are committed online every day: text and images. We look at the definition of copyright, where exemptions to copyright may exist and the consequences to you, the online writer, if yo...

Copyright and Fair Use Quiz: Test Yourself!
Stuff Everyone Needs to Know About Copyright
Copyright has never been more important, since we now can copy and post almost anything for millions of people to see. Unfortunately, very few people understand copyright or fair use. If you break copyright laws, you could get into real trouble: lawsuits, for example, or having your online account suspended and your webpages deleted, or getting kicked out of school or losing a job. Plus, ignoring copyright harms whoever created the content you're "borrowing:" it's harder for them to earn mon...

Copyright for Writers | Clear and Simple
Worried About Your Book Copyright? Get Some Answers Here.
Are you a writer worried about where you stand with copyright, and what various licences mean? We've all been there, and it doesn't help that the law isn't exactly written with ease of use in mind. Getting where you stand with copyright straight in your head is important for your peace of mind, and to make sure you know what your rights and obligations are. For writers, there's an added layer of complexity when we licence our work to be used, or in some cases sell the rights. My aim here is ...