How to Copyright Your Book in Under 7 Minutes

[@MrHalohunter24]

Swear to God, worrying about the copyright and how to do it stressed me out more than writing the 100 page history book and the year's worth of research that went into it. Thank God I found this video lol.

[@310.raised]

How did you make a copyright claim ? And how did you get the copy right symbol???? Please help me . I just finished my book and my editor just finished my book as well. Ty

[@SarahMJordan]

I agree! :)

[@zombi3e]

Thank you for putting this video together! Especially for doing an actual walkthrough of the process.

[@Kindlepreneur]

Glad it was helpful!

[@theiosif3632]

@@Kindlepreneur yeah, the walk through was super helpful. It just nice to not have to figure it out on your own.

[@mattsmith4277]

Can you tell me how to copyright comic book

[@lovealwayswins6784]

Thank you so much! I was going to publish a book on Amazon and when it asked about copyright I thought, “Wait a minute, I better address this!” You are the best, concise and strait to the point. ❤

[@sharoo7776]

hi, I am a new writer. Can you help me with publishing? may be a tip or two?

[@miamichelleabad5821]

Just finished submitting my copyright for my first book. It wasn't as painful as I thought it would be thanks to your video. Thank you!

[@310.raised]

How long did it take ???

[@miamichelleabad5821]

@@310.raised I completed the online forms which took me about an hour or two, I wanted to double check and verify

[@310.raised]

@@miamichelleabad5821 nice! And How did you make a copyright claim ? And how did you get the copy right symbol???? Please help me . I just finished my book and my editor just finished my book as well. Ty

[@BoxerDogs]

At 1:48, you said that you need to specify the name of the person who is filing the claim. Suppose you don't want to use your real name as the author of the book. If that is the case: 1. When making a copyright claim, is it legal to use the pen name that you chose or do you have to use your real name? 2. When filing the claim at the copyright website, would you use your pen name in some fields (e.g. author) and your real name in other fields (e.g. claimant or correspondent)?

[@iyannasmith4238]

Ughhh! That's a good question. So which did you choose ? Did you ever find out. I hope everything turned out great for you. I'm on my way but this has wrecked my nerves lol

[@michaelihunde578]

This was really helpful, thanks. I've got a question though.. can this be used by authors outside of the US?

[@glaucia.]

I come back to say thanks ! Your video really helps! I was successful in registering my copyright

[@JohnHenrySheridan]

Thank you for the informative video! Do you submit the book as a PDF with the front cover and back cover as part of the document? I tried to copyright one of my books a few years back and followed all steps as you outlined (I think), submitted the work as PDF containing cover art and then never received a copyright certificate. It seemed to have gotten lost in the shuffle. I have successfully copyrighted music using the same website several times. Anyway, just wondering about your experience with submission format and maybe how long it takes before you hear back from LoC with a certificate of copyright? Thank you!

[@MindfulConsciousness]

Did you ever hear back from them with a certificate of copyright? I’m dealing with the same situation…

[@JohnHenrySheridan]

@@MindfulConsciousness no I never did. I may or may not re-apply eventually. I’m not sure I even care anymore.

[@g.inc.9648]

1.does this apply also to low/medium content books (non fiction) on kdp? 2.if I made a puzzle book in 2022, but it's going to be published in 2023, what year do I write, ©2022 or ©2023? thanks!

[@UNCANNYGEORGE]

Kind of a technical question here but I have written a script for a comic book, can/should I submit copyright at time of completion of the script and then again after the final comic file is available? Or can I only submit the copyright request once and should wait until the completed comic file is done? In my specific situation I’ve just sent an application to the copyright office with my final draft version or the script but would also like to submit the final completed comic book file too.

[@russellearle6913]

This is great information! I was also wondering about if I created my own publishing company, would I do anything differently at all? Or would I still use my individual information on everything? Thanks!

[@letsgoviral777]

The BEST! The walk-thru is exactly what I needed. Thanks.

[@piercingpencils_art]

Wow! This sounds waaay easier than "poor man's copywrite". I've been working on a story in my head since I was 17, and have only drawn original characters. Artists would tell m about poor man's copywrite and how I would have to mail everything to myself. That sounds tedious. But thanks again for this video, now I'm not so weary about copywriting my story and OCs.

[@Reshme77]

Ikr i hate that

[@piercingpencils_art]

@Jan parchanski what are you asking? I could probably explain.....

[@piercingpencils_art]

@Jan parchanski Haha😑 I am glad to say I don't know everything. Thanks for the lesson.

[@JGFamilyLife]

Thank you so much!!! I was able to follow your steps 🚶‍♂️perfectly!! You are truly appreciated ❤

[@Kindlepreneur]

Glad it helped!

[@solomonpetchers9522]

Yup, I missed Part 3 of this. Thank You! Your videos are always so solid!!

[@Kindlepreneur]

Glad you like them!

[@Kindlepreneur]

Awesome.

[@310.raised]

How did you make a copyright claim ? And how did you get the copy right symbol???? Please help me . I just finished my book and my editor just finished my book as well. Ty

[@williamrodgers4669]

me too, now fixing

[@jamesandersbanks5885]

Some authors think they don't need to follow step 3, register their claim with the US Government as they have proof that they wrote the novel, they have Word files, maybe they've emailed the files to themselves etc. A lawyer explained to me that this is missing the real issue. The real issue isn't proving that you wrote the work, the real issue is proving that you wrote the work ALONE. Word files etc don't prove that someone didn't sit beside you in a cafe and wrote the novel with you. You can't prove a negative. Registering the claim is you putting yourself on the line, being bold enough to say I WROTE THIS ALONE. A court is likely to decide that since you did this, and the other party (ie someone trying to rip you off) didn't, proves that you wrote the book and they didn't help. Or so the lawyer explained to me. Since you can't prove that negative, you need this process of filing a claim. Or so the lawyer explained to me.

[@310.raised]

How do you register a claim

[@jessicazoe9045]

I’m picturing playing pop

[@Reshme77]

Good point

[@jasminneps108]

Hello. Thank you for this wonderful video. I have a question, is it possible to register my book without ISBN? And just buy ISBN later on?

[@brebee11youknowit]

Thank you so much! This was very helpful. Do I have to wait for my copyright claim to be fully processed before selling on Amazon KDP? Or can I sell with my application pending? Thanks!

[@agonzalez22179]

You can sell while it’s pending

[@310.raised]

How did you make a copyright claim ? And how did you get the copy right symbol???? Please help me . I just finished my book and my editor just finished my book as well. Ty

[@agonzalez22179]

@@310.raised the copyright symbol is found in Microsoft word. Go to INSET, then to the far right go to ADVANCE SYMBOL and pick the copyright symbol to use

[@310.raised]

@@agonzalez22179 t y💯

[@sweetbeep]

@@agonzalez22179 ...how long does the process take?

[@doctordabs3051]

very helpful I have 17 stories I'm working on getting published and need all the good advice I can get thanks

[@brucewayne5201]

Did u publish them yet?

[@pastichegraham]

OH MY STARS!!!!! THIS WAS AN AMAZING SHORT BUT YET THOROUGH VIDEO!!! THANKS SO MUCH💯❤️❤️ QUICK QUESTION ABOUT STEP NUMBER 3: ONCE YOUR BOOK IS OFFICIALLY COPYRIGHTED, IS IT GOOD TO GO RIGHT AWAY FOR BOOK PUBLISHING, OR HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO GET APPROVED??? I GUESS IS WHAT I LOVE TO ASK :)

[@ryancarlton2]

After you complete the steps in the video can you publish the book? Or do you have to wait for them to confirm it?

[@sarahmoreno4733]

Hi, does Kindle publishing create a copy right page or does an author write that before uploading to kindle direct?

[@mahakadafour8941]

I'm a bit confused. I have an LLC setup as a publishing company. Would I still be the claimant or should the LLC be the claimant?

[@stevensanders2692]

That video was quite helpful. Gonna stay in the loop with your channel for more must see content.

[@becrafternoon]

Great video ! Thank you for the clarity on the subject. You made it very simple to understand . 🎉

[@djmixxtreme3512]

Dude… finaly my dyta-verse is SAVED! What a legend

[@sharingsalish371]

Thank you for this information. What do you know about unregistered copyright?

[@cnlicnli]

To be best protected, you're encouraged to register both your published and un-published works with the US Copyright Office.

[@nicolacallahan4185]

This is my first experience, and this video was so helpful. Thank you

[@jmdnelson4891]

You're a saint for this!! Thank you for covering this topic!!

[@FF-FAN9999]

ive copyrighted the 1st draft of my manuscript, but the 2nd draft is majorly different. What form should I use to "update" the literary work? do I simply "Register a work" again, or is there another form for this purpose?

[@mistyvance4544]

Does this also apply to guided journals and low content books?

[@SarahMJordan]

Thank you! This is so straightforward and you took all the stress out of it. What if my book is already published and I would like to register a claim after the fact?

[@veronicailg7927]

Would I I have to submit two separate claims for my ebook version and my paperback version? Both are being uploaded and sold in the same locations like my local store or FBO, Amazon KDP, etc. Thanks! Love this informative video!

[@cnlicnli]

veronicailg7927 wrote, “Would I I have to submit two separate claims for my ebook version and my paperback version? Both are being uploaded and sold in the same locations like my local store or FBO, Amazon KDP, etc.” If both your printed book and eBook are identical, then you can register your paperback via the Single Application (aka, “One Work By One Author” at $45) or the Standard Application ($65). Your paperback registration should cover your eBook. If you’re first-publishing your paperback and eBook simultaneously on the same day, you may have to submit TWO “best-edition copies” of your paperback to the US Copyright Office (USCO) as your deposit (upload). You can search the USCO for “best edition copy” or call them for clarification.

[@iyannasmith4238]

Thanks for the video😊 Do I need to do another version for and ebook version? Can you tell me if I have to use my realname or my pen name?

[@junior_3676]

Is step 3 valid for those who live outside the US? What if I live abroad and I want to internationally publish a book in english?

[@cnlicnli]

@junior_3676 wrote, “What if I live abroad and I want to internationally publish a book in english? To best protect your works against US-based copyright infringers, international authors (and creatives) can and should *timely* (quickly) register their literary works in their own language and/or in English with the US Copyright Office, especially if they plan to list, sell, license, share, or further distribute their works on US selling platforms or directly to US customers.

[@carolp.vaccariello1701]

Thank you for the clear presentation of info. I am the Author. Do I need to do anything, set up any legal business in order to claim I am the Publisher? I read below someone asked about LLC. I don't know what that means. Is there another step I am missing before I can indicate on the form that I am the Publisher? My plan is to take my books to KDP and then Audible. Are they the publisher or am I? I think of them to be the distributor. Am I correct about this? thanks for your clarity.

[@heidiwilde444]

Thank you for this walk through!! Question; do we have to submit the actual book ?

[@SherryXshi_]

Thanks for the info. Question, if I convert the paperback to Ebook and Audiobook with total 3 ISBN numbers, do I need to copyright the Ebook and audiobook? Thank you

[@Sarasdad91]

Wonderul easy to follow video, Thank you. I have a question though. I have a book I wrote under a pseudonym and not my legal name. When I register for a copyright, which name do I register it under? My real name or my pseudonym?

[@Kindlepreneur]

Register the owner's name. There will be appropriate boxes to fill.

[@Sarasdad91]

​@@KindlepreneurThank you again.

[@kia4now]

As someone from Canada who is releasing their book on amazon is using this site still viable for me? Great video!

[@stl_outlaw1679]

So could you use this same method to copyright characters for your comic books?

[@brandicooper8012]

I published my first book a couple of years ago. I filed the copyright but I didn’t include a copyright page in my book 😩

[@Kindlepreneur]

Ah, bummer

[@chosenvessels87]

Thank you

[@brucewayne5201]

What book was it?

[@grahamcann843]

Yet another fantastic video Dave! Thank you!!!

[@tlc2741]

Quick question: if I say the book is unpublished when I fill out the copyright application (it is unpublished), will the copyright update itself once the book is published? Do I update that information or does it happen automatically? Thank you so much!!

[@jaymistry4817]

Hey Dave, Do I need to do step 3 if I am from the UK or do i need to do something else? Thanks and great video!

[@Kindlepreneur]

No, but the UK may have their own requirements.

[@julie93able]

Can an author from Europe use step 3 websites even if i don't live in US.

[@BellyDancewithMari]

Thank you for this helpful video. My book has a subtitle. Do I just type in the title or both the title and subtitle when I register "Title of this work"? Thank you!

[@tanyabrown8101]

I've been wondering the same thing. Thank you for asking this.

[@Kindlepreneur]

From what I understand, it is based on your preference. Remember, teh copyright is just about making your claim to your work more evident and concrete. The more information you give, the more concrete that that work is yours. So I personally add the title and subtitle....especially if my title is something small and something that another book might also have.

[@julianwagner5065]

If I have two formats of one book like an ebook and a hardback - do I have to get two copywrights or will one copywright cover both formats?

[@The_Spiritual_Mystic]

What did you wind up doing??

[@julianwagner5065]

@@The_Spiritual_Mystic Single copyright covers all version of the book. All versions of work should have different ISBN numbers.

[@The_Spiritual_Mystic]

@@julianwagner5065 thanks for the reply. now i will know also that information thank you and God bless!

[@willconq]

Hello. Wonderful advice here. Question: Do I need a font license to use Microsoft Times New Roman? Thanks

[@phoenixphoenix8668]

I was looking into this just recently, and a professional organisation told me that Microsoft Times New Roman needs a font license if it is to be used commercially, as in a published book. There’s no problem using it on your computer, because that’s for personal use.

[@willconq]

@@phoenixphoenix8668 God. I can't even publish a freebie give away? I did find a reply to this question on a Microsoft website where the response was, yes you can use the font because you are selling a book not the font. Thanks for reply.

[@russellvandyke5520]

After seeing your video, I've decided to copyright my work. I do have more than one so I take it I'll need separate forms. I must admit it, I somehow thought it was harder. As I have the Voice Over Production being done for the Audio Book right now. I still have the E book to do. I just wanted to get it out there and see if it's even liked. Thank you very much for the information

[@Kindlepreneur]

Awesome and glad to have helped!

[@oishii276]

if a form asks for the copyright of a book that i borrowed, what exactly should I put in the form?

[@tawnyc9183]

This is great info. When doing a copyright page do you have to put a publisher when using kdp? Or need to write a publisher when you buy from say lulu or overseas?

[@DaleLRoberts]

Great video as always, Dave!

[@Kindlepreneur]

Thanks man!

[@Smileychild22]

I was just thinking of you Dale as I watched this!

[@DaleLRoberts]

Sheryl Smiley haha that’s awesome! Yeah, Dave is my go-to. Loved this video!

[@bbbggg7392]

Thank you so much for this! It was so direct & straight to the point! I have one question. How long do I wait to receive the copyright certificate? Assuming there are no hiccups.

[@cnlicnli]

Breanna Garrett wrote, “How long do I wait to receive the copyright certificate? Assuming there are no hiccups.” You have two options to register your works: Register your work via the eCO (on-line copyright registration application - that’s what I select) or by mailing in paper form applications. Use the eCO registration application, unless the US Copyright Office (USCO) or your copyright attorney tells you to register via the paper forms. The day the USCO *“receives”* your correctly filled-out application + a deposited copy of your work you’re registering + your filing fee, that’s when your work has been officially *registered”* with the USCO, even though it can take months to receive your mailed *“Certificate of Registration”* (your “effective date of registration” will be listed on your Certificate, the day your completed application was received). If there are no issues with your eCO on-line registration, it can take three/four weeks to a couple of months to receive your issued Certificate in the mail, while it can take MONTHS for paper applications to clear. If you have filed and completed an UN-published copyright registration application, wait two days BEFORE you post it on-line or release it to others. If you’ve registered a published work, you can post or release it on that same day (if you can wait an extra day or two, that may help).

[@selene3171]

is this different from amazon branding? What the difference? which one is better? do we need to have the book published some where already for this?

[@ginad5381]

Ok so when I copyright my book, are all the characters in the book copyrighted and protected so I can use them elsewhere in coloring books, journals, etc. and they will be protected in each body of work I choose to use then in? Thank you!

[@freebk161]

Precise perfect and v professional video !!! Thanks a bunch. I am about to go and copyright my first book !!!

[@jimparsons6803]

Like this presentation. Direct and to the point.

[@Kindlepreneur]

Thanks!

[@superiormeh]

Just finished my children's book today. Thank you big dawg...er um sir!

[@Kindlepreneur]

Awesome and congrats!

[@superiormeh]

@@Kindlepreneur I finished my copyright last night!

[@tosinsaibu3694]

@@superiormeh please, how did you go about it. Please, share the site, and was it free?

[@superiormeh]

@@tosinsaibu3694 the copyright? I went to us copyright.gov. it will cost you depending on what you copy right. Mine was $65

[@superiormeh]

My 2nd book was $85 but it was for a different series

[@ethanhenrichs5677]

Great video! I have a quick question, do you have to do the 3rd step if you publish a book on Amazon Kindle Publishing Direct, ebook or real? Or does Amazon do that for you?

[@Kindlepreneur]

If you want to be fully covered then yes. But 1 & 2 are pretty strong on their own.

[@ethanhenrichs5677]

Thanks! :)

[@310.raised]

How did you make a copyright claim ? And how did you get the copy right symbol???? Please help me . I just finished my book and my editor just finished my book as well. Ty

[@ethanhenrichs5677]

@@310.raised I never officially made a copyright claim, but the symbol you can make on your computer. It was Ctrl+Alt+C.(that's for Windows. )

[@Excellence478]

Do you have to file different copyright claims for drawings, photos, and diagrams within the book? Is there a video on that?

[@jessicadudley8278]

What about international copyrights? Does That happen separately? If I make a mistake filling out the forms will there be someone there to help me?

[@levigooijer6907]

very clear video thank you!

[@imanbenetlewis6365]

Does my book have to be completely finished in order to submit my work? Like do I have to upload the body of work or any pages in order to file a claim?

[@cnlicnli]

Imān Benét Lewis wrote, “Does my book have to be completely finished in order to submit my work?” No. You can register your un-finished work as an *UN-published* work. If, later on, you make significant changes (edits, additions, and/or deletions) to your original un-/published registered work, you REALLY should register the new material to be best legally protected. Any substantive modifications to your original work, are identified as a *“derivative”* work. See www.copyright.gov/circs/circ14.pdf To register a derivative work, use the $65 on-line “Standard Application”: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bJixnKapisuMl9U

[@Lexis.Asmr_]

Hello, I just started out creating journals on AMAZON KDP and I wanted to know if I should get the copyrights for my work?

[@planetoftheapez1734]

Real good advice and guidance for first time authors like myself. Thanks

[@Kindlepreneur]

You're very welcome!

[@StellarMoonTarot]

Hi, how can i include a ASIN number for my upload copyright page but you only get the ASIN number after the book becomes active? Thank you.

[@margaretmaxfield6966]

There’s nowhere to submit the actual manuscript or ISBN in the copyright application. Is that right?

[@kmg365a]

Thanks for the information. One question - how should this form be filled out if you're using a pen name?

[@Kindlepreneur]

Put the name of the person who owns it.

[@cnlicnli]

Trueheart Designs wrote, “…how should this form be filled out if you're using a pen name. Under the “Author” section of the on-line copyright registration application (eCO), select “Pseudonym” (check its box).

[@garyseven4242]

When you upload the file to copyright.gov, do you need to include acknowledgements, legal stuff, author biography, etc.? Or, do you just upload the Introduction and story? Thank you.

[@cnlicnli]

I would include your entire ebook: Acknowledgements, copyright attribution, author's bio, etc.

[@howardarby]

Where's the "Description", where's the links he refers to in the video?

[@suzettehopkins5734]

Since you are supposed to send them the best copy of your book do you upload a digital copy and then send them a paperback/ hardcover after you have applied for copywrite?

[@cnlicnli]

Suzette Hopkins wrote, ”Since you are supposed to send them the best copy of your book do you upload a digital copy and then send them a paperback/ hardcover after you have applied for copywrite [copyright]?” If you’re literary work is a hard or soft copy printed book that’s been published, then you’ll likely have to include two best edition copies as your deposit with your copyright registration application. See www.copyright.gov/circs/circ07b.pdf If your hard or soft copy book is UN-published or it’s an e-book, you can register it by submitting a digital file. See www.copyright.gov/circs/circ02.pdf

[@bananatos8929]

Not sure if you'll see this, but I plan on writing a book series- two main books and a spinoff. The first one I have typed out on my laptop in Google Docs. The second one, I'm currently working on typing out, and the third is a eventual future project. That said, do you think I should do the standard application? Or do the multiple group of works application? Any help will be greatly appreciated, thanks for taking the time to read this!

[@cnlicnli]

Bananatos wrote, “…do you think I should do the standard application? Or do the multiple group of works application?” Here are your options to register a single or multiple works in one on-line application: 1) *“Single Application”:* The fee to register ONE un-/published work (like one book or one illustration or one photograph or one painting or one cartoon or one poem or one song or one video, etc.) with ONE author who’s the SAME copyright claimant, that’s NOT a-work-for-hire project, and that does NOT include any third-party licensed media, is $45 -- you MUST have created the ENTIRE work yourself! Use the “Single Application” (on-line eCO copyright registration application): kzbin.info/www/bejne/g5ylmoOHg6mJeMU Otherwise, to register a single un-/published work with multiple authors, and/or as a derivative/collective work, and/or that includes Creative Commons, Public Domain, and/or licensed media, etc., the fee is $65. Use the “Standard Application” (on-line eCO application): kzbin.info/www/bejne/bJixnKapisuMl9U 2) *"Un-Published Similar Works":* To register a group of up to TEN UN-published works from the SAME category type, like visual arts (un-published drawings, un-published illustrations, un-published paintings, un-published sculptures) or literary works(un-publsihed poems, unpublished articles, unpublished novels, etc.) the fee is $85 total. See the tutorial *“Group Registration of Unpublished Works” (GRUW):* www.copyright.gov/gruw/ and kzbin.info/www/bejne/m4OUZZyJgpmYqbM *“Publication” Definition:* Publication typically means the work has been released and made available to the public for licensing, selling, sharing, downloading, or for further distribution (either for free or for payment). The day you deliver your creative work to your client or stock is likely the official date of its first-publication. If you’re just “displaying” a work on-line (like on a website portfolio) and not selling or sharing it, then the work is likely un-published. See Circular 1 (Copyright Basics, page 7) for the legal definition of “Publication”: www.copyright.gov/circs/ 3) To register a group of up to 50 *“On-Line Literary Works”* (from 50 to 17,500 words) that are first-published on-line per a three-month timeframe (including poems, short stories, articles, essays, columns, blog entries, and social media posts) the total fee is $65. See www.copyright.gov/grtx/

[@birgitgairola8548]

I have bit if difficult situation. I created a manuscript in 2005 and used it only 1 time for a workshop in a company. Since then the file was untouched till now. I was planning to publish it. But lucky me I checked for plagiarism. Something I suggest everyone should do. Surprise, I found my complete manuscript, word by word on a website published in 2019. I have now put the file back in the folder, don't dare to publish now. But it's sad as it was lot of work. Subject was Table Manners and setting up the table for an invitation. Definitely of interst to certain group of people.

[@tombingeman7477]

QUICK QUESTION!!! Do I need to copyright BOTH my book and audiobook? Or does my book copyright cover the audiobook as well? (In the USA)... Thanks so much for this great video!

[@cnlicnli]

Yes. To receive the BEST and most ROBUST copyright protection, register your book as a literary work and separately register your audio book as a sound-recording.

[@tombingeman7477]

@@cnlicnli Thanks so much!

[@SIRENTHEROCKER]

4:15 they went up on those prices since last year. 95.00 now for electronic

[@adrianvanleeuwen]

As I am a Canadian, do I still copyright my book through this site with the US government? I intend to put my book on Amazons KDP in any English speaking country around the world. (multiple Amazon sites will be checked off for sale)

[@cnlicnli]

Adrian Van Leeuwen wrote, “As I am a Canadian, do I still copyright [register] my book through this site with the US government? I intend to put my book on Amazons KDP in any English speaking country around the world.” If your literary works are being sold, licensed, or shared on a US selling platform, then they *really, really* need to be “timely” (quickly) registered with the US Copyright Office (USCO) to be best protected against US-based copyright infringers! *By quickly registering your books with the USCO, is how you *“presumptively prove”* your copyright authorship & copyright ownership claims to a US federal judge and others. I’m also Canadian, and I register all my creative works with the USCO.

[@edrodpr1114]

How long does it usually take to have the process confirmed/ approved once you submit it electronically?

[@cnlicnli]

Gustavopr11 wrote, “How long does it usually take to have the process confirmed/ approved once you submit it electronically?” If you’ve registered your works on-line (eCO / e-filing), the US Copyright Office (USCO) will quickly send you two or three email confirmations, acknowledging your registration application, filing-fee payment, and deposit (the work your registering). If there are no issues with your eCO on-line registration, it can take three/four weeks to a couple of months to receive your issued “*Certificate of Registration”* in the mail. FYI: The day the USCO *“receives”* your correctly filled-out application and materials, that’s when your work has been officially *registered”* with the USCO, even though it can take months to receive your mailed Certificate (your “effective date of registration” will be listed on your Certificate, the day your completed application was received).

[@twj7775]

So the 3rd step can't be denied? You are basically telling them “here you go this is my work, done”, right? What are some companies that you can do your copyright notice with fast?

[@IceBlueFoxFire]

Hey, on the 'Mail Certificate' page they have a spot for the Organization Name... What do I put there?

[@amirunited2903]

does the file have to be in adobe format when I submit it for the copyright claim? Can I submit the file in Microsoft word format?

[@Kindlepreneur]

Yes you can

[@girishpanchal9072]

Hi, can we make copyright of Research Title of PhD research topic?

[@smagee7548]

Can I use the “copyrighted material” label while my application is pending?

[@101perspective]

Just so I understand it correctly, it's actually you that links the copyright to the work by adding the copyright number or something like that to the work, book, etc? You aren't actually uploading the book to the government or even linking to it? EDIT: Never mind, I watched the video again and realized you mention having to upload it to the government. That makes sense.

[@Haxior5506]

That wouldn't have any sense. They are not psychics and they can't tell if this is your book if you haven't uploaded it to them 😂

[@101perspective]

@@Haxior5506 Well, it's technically possible to do it the way I was thinking since you would have proof of when you got the copyright and proof of when you published the work. However, I was still seeing some issues with that... which uploading to the government for the copyright eliminated.

[@topproducer7814]

If the work hasn't been completed should you submit the work? Or wait until it's done?

[@cnlicnli]

I would quickly register your book once it's been completed.

[@JBOwen88]

I really want to release my book before Christmas, any reason I should wait to publish it until the copyright is approved?

[@mykelastewart8296]

Are you the same David Whitehouse who wrote "The Long Forgotten"? If so, awesome book. If not, you should read it.

[@spydergs07]

As long as you have your digital copy of the book, you should be good. Just make sure it's timestamped. Also once you submit your book to be copyright protected, you will have that timestamped as well. If someone tries to steal your info, you can file a complaint against that person once your copyright is approved.

[@JBOwen88]

@@mykelastewart8296 No, this will be my first book 😀 I'll have to add his book to my reading list.

[@amirunited2903]

can I register a copyright claim before providing a copyright notice? meaning that I would submit the book to the government for a copyright claim before approaching any publishing houses. Can I use the raw and unedited version of my book to register the copyright claim and then still use that same copyright claim for the same book after I have edited it with the publishing house? I am not comfortable showing my stuff to publishers before I get my copyrights.

[@Kindlepreneur]

Yes

[@andyw1153]

Will you have to register a claim in every country for this to be effective? Thanks for the great content and software :)

[@Kindlepreneur]

From what I've been told, no, not exactly. I mean if you want to be the SAFEST, sure, but from previous court cases, its not necessary.

[@LeonAllanDavis]

Actually, this is quite informative... The idea has been buzzing around in the back of my head that film makers are constantly scouring around for new story lines... Now I have to be realistic about these things. The chances of one of my short stories getting noticed by a veteran screenwriter are approximately the same as getting hit in the head by a meterorite...(which is why I never go outdoors without a steel plate under my hat...) A copyright registered with the feds is a steel plate...the best protection against theft...

[@Kindlepreneur]

Very cool and glad you liked it.

[@thealgotrader212]

Excellent video! It made the process quick and easy! Thanks!!

[@I.B.KOSHER]

Thank you. I can't find the link.

[@michaelbellomo5767]

Excellent and informative! Thank you Dave!

[@Kindlepreneur]

Glad it was helpful!

[@310.raised]

@@Kindlepreneur How do you make a copyright claim ? And how do you get the copy right symbol???? Please help me . I just finished my book and my editor just finished my book as well. Ty

[@hassanboutabaa]

shall I pay for every book I published ? or just one time!

[@chollalola]

Hello! If you are publishing through amazon, do you put that under claimants?

[@mckinniesmovies3598]

Question: I’m making my first self-made comic book that I am planning on doing it all work myself but before all that should I put a copyright claim on it as a manuscript before it completely finish or I should wait until my book is completely finished and then did a copyright claim?

[@cnlicnli]

Mckinnie's Movies wrote, “I’m making my first self-made comic book that I am planning on doing it all work myself but before all that should I put a copyright claim on it as a manuscript before it completely finish or I should wait until my book is completely finished and then did a copyright claim?” Ideally, and once it’s finished, *IMMEDIATELY* register your book with the US Copyright Office. It might be easier to register your finished book it as an UN-published work. UN-published means BEFORE you start licensing, selling, sharing, distributing, or “shopping it around” to publishers, agents, etc. (you would only have to send a pdf file as your deposit, if it’s UN-published). If you’ve published a physical book vs. an e-book, you may have to send two copies of your completed book to get it registered (possibly more work). Always include your copyright attribution and URL and/or social media handle on your book: * Copyright © 2023 .*

[@mckinniesmovies3598]

@@cnlicnli so I should finish the manuscript and then get a copyright it before the rest?

[@cnlicnli]

@@mckinniesmovies3598 I would complete your manuscript and then quickly register it with the US Copyright Office. Don't shop your book around until you've registered it.

[@lucapassani1129]

What if someone would like to write a book with a pen name? How does the copyright registration procedure change in that case? What about the copyright notice in the book itself? Thank you for your video.

[@cnlicnli]

@lucapassani1129 wrote, “What if someone would like to write a book with a pen name? How does the copyright registration procedure change in that case?” US copyright permits authors & artists to register their works via their given name, nickname, pseudonym (pen name), or anonymously. Other than that, the copyright registration process is identical. If you register via a pseudonym, you have the option to keep your real name private OR make it public. KZbin won’t allow me to post links, so you’ll have to search “US Copyright Office & Circular 32” (Pseudonym) in an Internet search. The process to correctly register a pseudonym can be *tricky,* especially if you want to keep your legal name private. If Circular 32 doesn’t answer all your questions, search “US Copyright Office Contact” to either call or email them with questions.

[@lucapassani1129]

@@cnlicnli Thank you, brother.

[@cnlicnli]

@@lucapassani1129 Luca: Keep in mind that you need to register *QUICKLY* to preserve your creative rights. If your work has been *“published,”* you really need to register your work within three-month of its first-date of publication (that’s typically the date you first list, sell, license, share, or giveaway your work to the public). I typically register all my works before they are published (i.e., registered as “UN-published” works). Write back if you have additional questions on registering *(protecting!)* your works of authorships.

[@sumitrapohkrel]

Can I do the last step piror to second one?

[@user-dx4cc8sn1e]

Hello do I copyright before I send my draft off to an editor?

[@YocastaAReyes]

WHEN TO PUBLISH YOUR BOOK IN AMAZON? AFTER YOU SUBMIT THE APPLICATION FOR THE COPYRIGHT?

[@dancepassages4969]

Very helpful video thank you! I just subscribed and wondering if you have any videos on how to create your own website for book sales? To sell exclusively at website and not on kindle or Amazon. If you have such a video could you tell me the title of the video so I can search it to find it? Thanks!

[@Kindlepreneur]

Not yet!

[@lostinthestorywithjeremymi9385]

So with a children's picture book, is that published works or a standard application? And with limitation of claim, (I'm sending photos of the artwork, does that mean I include or exclude photographs (because the book should just have the artwork on the pages but not in photograph form))?

[@cnlicnli]

Lost in the Story with Jeremy Mize wrote, “So with a children's picture book, is that published works or a standard application? And with limitation of claim, (I'm sending photos of the artwork, does that mean I include or exclude photographs (because the book should just have the artwork on the pages but not in photograph form))?” You’re information is not clear. Does your picture book include any text? If so, did you write it or someone else? Did you create the ENTIRE book’s images and/or artwork yourself or did others contribute or was it both? Are the images/artwork from third-party stock? Your book has not been published, correct? Has it ever been sold, licensed, or listed for sale or for FREE? Once I have that information *(please provide complete answers),* I may be able to address its copyright registration process for you.