Writer's Rights

This is a comprehensive guide to the legalities and business of being a published writer. It deals with what rights an author has, and explains how to protect them. A large range of issues are discussed including moral rights, copyright, contracts, PLR, libel, political correctness, plagiarism, permissions and electronic rights. It is a useful guide to help the author through the complex territory of the publishing world. Michael Legat is also the author of "An Author's Guide to Publishing", and he has written an article for "The Writer's and Artist's Yearbook". He is a council member of The Society of Authors.