Legal Basics for Authors

You became an author to write books. Nobody told you that you were also becoming a business owner who needs to understand contracts, taxes, copyrights, marketing, and payroll. And that's before you get to all the scams. It only takes one problem to undo years of hard work. In her over two decades practicing business law—and as a published author herself—Alicia I. Dearn has watched creative people make expensive, avoidable legal mistakes. The wrong business structure. The DIY contract downloaded from Google. The assistant who should have been on payroll. The pirated book that gets you booted off Amazon. Did I mention all the scams? Legal Basics for Authors gives you plain English guidance on everything your writing career legally requires: from consumer laws and intellectual property to disclaimers, registrations, internet regulations, and finance. Written by a lawyer who is in the trenches with you. No AI hallucinations. No relying on social media advice. Just real experience and practical solutions. Your author business isn't just a hobby. Here's your starter pack for running it like a pro. Please Note: This book is based on American legal principles. The laws of other jurisdictions may vary.