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The Basics of Publishing Law: How to Protect Yourself and Your Book

Whether you're a first-time author or an experienced professional, the nuances of publishing law can be overwhelming. This information is designed to help you better understand your legal rights and obligations and to guide you in finalizing your manuscript to minimize your legal risk. Please take time to review these Publishing Law Basics before you submit your manuscript and to seek the advice of a trained publishing attorney if there are any trouble spots in your manuscript.

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