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I've just told a book publisher where to find my script, but I've been told that my script isn't properly copyrighted, as I don't have the right documents. Can someone steal my script?
The act of creation grants copyright BUT most would advise that you register your work with the Library of Congress and/or the WGA... It's unlikely it will be stolen BUT you can remove the risk by registering it.
Don't forget, this protects what you've actually written, not general ideas and concepts.
Thanks. I phoned authorhouse.co.uk, and they said that they would be willing to have a look at my draft, 15,000 word script. Hopefully I haven't done something stupid, lol. I don't think I have, though, as they gave me lots of information about copyright, and seemed very helpful and honest. I think I can trust them... I hope, lol.
Thanks for your time, everyone. I am trying to get my script put into book format. I phoned Authorhouse, and they said publishing it should be fine. They also offered to deal with all the copyrighting. They haven't looked at my work yet, though.
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Simon - out of interest, why are you putting it into a book?
Also, there a number of companies that do this type of print on demand, Authorhouse seem to have some negative reviews on the web... If shop around a little before choosing a supplier
Thanks for looking around, and thanks, Bert, Wonkavite and Reef for your time. I'm feeling a little guilty, so I'll do some reviewing, lol. Fortunately, my dad knows someone who's had a book published, and he's going to get some advice from her. I'm putting it into a book, because I've had no luck with TV companies. Almost all of them ignored me. I guess I could keep trying with the TV companies, while I'm writing the book. Either way will be fine. if I work on my script and it turns out a TV company is interested, that will be great. Thanks, again.
Alright, I might turn my script into a book, I have a lot of time on my hands at the moment. I'll check out Inktip, too. I'll probably go to Inktip first, though, as it's easier, lol. Thanks, again.