The good news is: you’re getting paid to write! Congrats! This is a dream come true for so many people. Take a moment to relish that thought before moving to the next paragraph.
The bad news is: if you’re making income as a writer, then your tax return may not be as simple as filing a 1040-EZ anymore.
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Read MoreCovid-19 + dropping print sales + a flat trade market may suggest “yes.”
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Even the most talented, thoughtful writer can miss critical mistakes when it comes to a passion project. Objective editorial feedback – whether from a professional editor, a beta reader, or even a software program – can help catch and correct embarrassing mistakes before they’re disseminated, along with the manuscript, to a wider audience.
Read MoreWhat is copyright? How do I copyright my book? How do I avoid copyright infringement? When should I register the copyright for my manuscript?
World Book and Copyright Day is April 23. In honor of it, I thought I’d answer some frequently asked questions about intellectual property and your books.
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