So I'm learning that I shouldn't put any completed works on the web for public access... why? Simple: People will copy and paste your work as their own, and if you haven't copywrited your work or have some proff of authorization of the works itself they can have "ownership" of it... boo... so i have erased most of my works posted on facebook and here... and have proof that I am the author... so now I'm safe. :) Basically what you can do (with any art form, written, paintings, music compositions) is put all of your works in a large envolope ( make sure they have the date on your papers of when you wrote them, and mark saying "copywrite pending"), go to your local post office, ask for "receipt requested Mail and immediate pick up". All you have to do is fill out a little form and they immediately hand your package back over to you. Wait for two days and you should receive your reciept in the mail ( make sure to never re-open your envolope and keep it on file along with any receipts for postage). After this point you can fax or mail any of your written works to publishers, or companies interested in looking at your forms. But you must make sure it is a duplicate from what you have in your envolope. After this point it is best to google how to copywrite. There are numerous sights that can help you out with detailed instructions. And there is sadly fees that apply and its not as cheap as you might guess. But it keeps your work safe and YOURS. |
