Confused by legal jargon in publishing? Not sure what rights you're signing away or how to protect your work?

One misunderstood clause can cost you ownership of your work, future royalties, or your creative freedom. And if you’re unclear on the difference between copyright, trademark, or publicity rights, you could accidentally infringe OR be taken advantage of.

In this episode, attorneys Erin Rodgers and Tiffany Obeng break it all down. Learn the parts of a contract, how to confidently negotiate, and what you must know about copyright, trademarks, and legal protection—whether you're self-publishing ,hybrid published, or traditionally published as an author or illustrator. Real talk, real scenarios, real steps to protect yourself.

Listen in and empower your creative career with the legal tools you should have been taught.

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