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The Plot Thickens: Copyright Essentials for Writers

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On August 6 at 1:00 p.m. eastern time, the U.S. Copyright Office will host a webinar, The Plot Thickens: Copyright Essentials for Writers. This is the third webinar in an educational series for creators in the visual art, music, and literary professions.

In this session, the Copyright Office will discuss what writers should know about copyright. We will cover information for writers of various literary works—from novels and blogs to poetry, cookbooks, textbooks, and more. The session will also review suitable application options and how our Public Information Office can help you along the way.

Attendees will learn copyright basics, answers to commonly asked questions, and where to find Copyright Office educational resources. Register to attend.

Speakers:

  • Jessica Chinnadurai, Attorney-Advisor, Office of Public Information and Education
  • Laura Kaiser, Attorney-Advisor, Office of Public Information and Education

The Copyright Office strategic goal of Copyright for All means making the copyright system as understandable and accessible to as many members of the public as possible, including through education and outreach initiatives. Sign up to stay updated about future webinars in this series.

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Copyright Office events discuss the practical implications of copyright law in the twenty-first century, provide education and training to Copyright Office staff, and offer programming for the public. A wide range of invited speakers, including congressional leaders, authors and performers, company representatives, legal scholars, and Copyright Office staff, have delivered presentations on important issues. Topics include authorship, copyright registration, marketplace developments, fair use, international norm setting, copyright enforcement, and other issues related to copyright law in the digital age. Most of our lectures and events now take place online. If you have an idea for an event or would like us to speak at your event, please let us know using our Speaker Request Form.

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