[Marginalia] When they come for your libraries . . .
What can the book, Papyrus: The Invention of Books in the Ancient World, teach us about the fragility of libraries in our current times? And what can you do about it?
[TfTi] Indie Authors: Don’t Forget to File Your BOIR!
Most indie authors with an LLC must file a Beneficial Ownership Information Report (BOIR). The penalties are harsh, and filing is easy.
10 Compelling Questions Writers Ask Me About Writing and Publishing
I’m asked pertinent – compelling – questions about writing and publishing a book almost every day. People email me. Or DM me on LinkedIn. Or […]
Marginalia: May I Quote You?
What are the rules for quoting song lyrics in your book? Does “fair use” apply?
How to Publish Your Book in Hardcover on Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing
Until recently, if you wanted to publish your book in hardcover on KDP, that was not an option. That’s all changed, since the beta release of the KDP hardcover option. Here’s how it works and how to make it easy on yourself.
Should We Just Abolish Copyright? [Fair Use Revisited, Part 1]
Let’s stop for a moment and examine why Paley wants to abolish copyright. I mean, she and all artists and authors get the benefit of protection of her work, right? More like, “Yeah, right!”