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I've been working on my novel for a long time, and I finished writing a few months ago. I am looking at personally marketing my work, but I wonder if I should obtain a copyright first. Then I wonder if the copyright may affect getting the book published. That is why I ask.
The reason why I asked if I should get a copyright is due to the fact someone could take my story before I can get it published.
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The Technical answer is that once you have penned your words they are copyrighted. Since you can not copyright an idea. But take my advice don't believe this!
I have had so much stolen from my machine by an internet hacker and later saw it as movies. Also once I once sent a unfinished work to a movie producer who later turned around stuck his name on it said his mother always dreamed fo big blue aliens and he had worked on this script since he was a child and had shelved it for 15 years. He gave me no credit and no monetary gift in exchange turned out he has a history of this sort of thing. I should have researched producers before choosing who to send it too. Oops live and learn.
SO here is what I have come to and I believe this is what I believe you should do for your own protection from the bottom of my heart and out of my own disappointments and experiences.
First and foremost before you pay the 30 -40 dollars for a copywrite and over and above this. Take your script/ novel to a lawyer!!! Please. Speak with the lawyer and tell them this is what you want. You want some one to read your novel script open a file just for the work you will be bringing in to them and have it recorded and logged the day and work and the just of the story, by their legal secretary and records kept of such, for your protection, with that law firm.
This way if things do go south as the expression goes. You will be able to prove this was your work FIRST by the records the lawyer kept. This is what I have been doing now. I have taken it to the extreme and used various lawyers in different cities, it really doesn't cost that much. and I believe this to be the best protection because copyrights log or record your name as the author and the title of the work NOT the actual work itself like the words in the novel i mean.
I wish only the best of success for you and please understand that this comment is only for the purpose of rendering insight. I want you to succeed.
Please keep in touch with me and let me know how this suggestion works for you. Perhaps we can share tips on this subject as we go along.
Thanks in advance for that, JC :)
The Technical answer is that once you have penned your words they are copyrighted. Since you can not copyright an idea. But take my advice don't believe this!
I have had so much stolen from my machine by an internet hacker and later saw it as movies. Also once I once sent a unfinished work to a movie producer who later turned around stuck his name on it said his mother always dreamed fo big blue aliens and he had worked on this script since he was a child and had shelved it for 15 years. He gave me no credit and no monetary gift in exchange turned out he has a history of this sort of thing. I should have researched producers before choosing who to send it too. Oops live and learn.
SO here is what I have come to and I believe this is what I believe you should do for your own protection from the bottom of my heart and out of my own disappointments and experiences.
First and foremost before you pay the 30 -40 dollars for a copywrite and over and above this. Take your script/ novel to a lawyer!!! Please. Speak with the lawyer and tell them this is what you want. You want some one to read your novel script open a file just for the work you will be bringing in to them and have it recorded and logged the day and work and the just of the story, by their legal secretary and records kept of such, for your protection, with that law firm.
This way if things do go south as the expression goes. You will be able to prove this was your work FIRST by the records the lawyer kept. This is what I have been doing now. I have taken it to the extreme and used various lawyers in different cities, it really doesn't cost that much. and I believe this to be the best protection because copyrights log or record your name as the author and the title of the work NOT the actual work itself like the words in the novel i mean.
I wish only the best of success for you and please understand that this comment is only for the purpose of rendering insight. I want you to succeed.
Please keep in touch with me and let me know how this suggestion works for you. Perhaps we can share tips on this subject as we go along.
Thanks in advance for that, JC :)
Have any Highschool club ideas?
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Next year I am planning on making my own club, it would be a good experience... the thing is... all the great clubs seem to be taken!
I was thinking about an Amnesty International club, but then there are already 2 other similar clubs... or maybe just an International club... but I'm afraid I wont have enough members.
What are some interesting yet valuable (to the community+) club ideas?
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Good for you!!! There are soooo many ideas!!!
Consider a "Random Acts of Kindness Club"! It ties in perfectly with Community Services--OR have a "Community Service Club"...period.
Have you considered a club that donates its time to working with School-Age Care Programs or day care centers in your area? I know from experience that they could always use individuals that have interests they can pass on... as well as like kids!
Some activity ideas for a high school "Community Service Club" could be:
...Set up a Help-O-Meter to keep track of the number of hours youth volunteer in your club.
...Make a gift for the secretary of a non-profit organization.
...Take photos during an event and donate them to the event organizers.
...Design a campaign to promote tolerance and understanding of differences.
...Volunteer at a health fair.
...Volunteer as a counselor at local summer camp.
...Volunteer to do office work at a local non-profit agency.
...Volunteer to lead a club or share a talent by teaching a class for youth.
...Run or walk in a charity race with friends.
...Volunteer to help at charity auctions.
...Take a life saving class.
...Create a play that teaches young children how to stay safe at home.
...Organize a drug free pledge campaign.
If your interested in helping animals consider the following...
1. Collect and donate items on animal organizations' wish lists: Examples -- Paper towels, dried dog food, milk substitute, portable cages, blankets and towels, cleansers, and food bowls.
2. Raise money for homeless pets or sick, injured, and orphaned wildlife-- by collecting coins.
3. Sponsor a walk-athon, bowl-athon, read-athon, etc. backed by pledges. Donate to local shelters or animal organizations.
Go to the website of http://www.After-School-Care.com
and look on the black bar that says, "Activities". You will see Community Service Ideas---it may give you a few more "aha-moments".
Another idea would be to start a Club on "Diversity". A club that would promote tolerance and understanding of differences...You will find ideas for that in the Multi-Cultural thread in the Forum. (Also activities on Anti-Bullying is another thought...)
http://www.after-school-care.com/Forum.aspx?Page=1
Again...good for you and good luck in whatever you choose to do!
(PS...If you only get a few members---you'll still do A LOT OF GOOD!!!)
Good for you!!! There are soooo many ideas!!!
Consider a "Random Acts of Kindness Club"! It ties in perfectly with Community Services--OR have a "Community Service Club"...period.
Have you considered a club that donates its time to working with School-Age Care Programs or day care centers in your area? I know from experience that they could always use individuals that have interests they can pass on... as well as like kids!
Some activity ideas for a high school "Community Service Club" could be:
...Set up a Help-O-Meter to keep track of the number of hours youth volunteer in your club.
...Make a gift for the secretary of a non-profit organization.
...Take photos during an event and donate them to the event organizers.
...Design a campaign to promote tolerance and understanding of differences.
...Volunteer at a health fair.
...Volunteer as a counselor at local summer camp.
...Volunteer to do office work at a local non-profit agency.
...Volunteer to lead a club or share a talent by teaching a class for youth.
...Run or walk in a charity race with friends.
...Volunteer to help at charity auctions.
...Take a life saving class.
...Create a play that teaches young children how to stay safe at home.
...Organize a drug free pledge campaign.
If your interested in helping animals consider the following...
1. Collect and donate items on animal organizations' wish lists: Examples -- Paper towels, dried dog food, milk substitute, portable cages, blankets and towels, cleansers, and food bowls.
2. Raise money for homeless pets or sick, injured, and orphaned wildlife-- by collecting coins.
3. Sponsor a walk-athon, bowl-athon, read-athon, etc. backed by pledges. Donate to local shelters or animal organizations.
Go to the website of http://www.After-School-Care.com
and look on the black bar that says, "Activities". You will see Community Service Ideas---it may give you a few more "aha-moments".
Another idea would be to start a Club on "Diversity". A club that would promote tolerance and understanding of differences...You will find ideas for that in the Multi-Cultural thread in the Forum. (Also activities on Anti-Bullying is another thought...)
http://www.after-school-care.com/Forum.aspx?Page=1
Again...good for you and good luck in whatever you choose to do!
(PS...If you only get a few members---you'll still do A LOT OF GOOD!!!)
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