How to Protect Your Copyright and Publishing Right

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How to Protect Your Copyright and Publishing Right

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Jul 15, 2025
1:23 PM

As an author, your words are your intellectual property — and protecting them is crucial. Whether you're self-publishing or signing with a traditional publisher like HarperCollins Publishing, understanding how copyright and publishing rights work helps ensure that your work remains legally yours and that you’re fairly compensated.

In this guide, you’ll learn the difference between copyright, publishing rights, and licensing, as well as the steps you should take to secure your creative ownership. We'll cover how to register your copyright, what to look out for in publishing contracts, and how to avoid giving away more rights than you intend.

Protecting your work is just as important as creating it — and this article will empower you with the knowledge you need to publish confidently and securely.

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