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Copyright and You, A Crash Course by D.G. Valdron

Thursday, March 28, 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. 

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Intellectual Property (IP) is the bread and butter of writers and artists. It is at the core of every contract, fundamental to getting paid and key to being respected. But it’s also mysterious and poorly understood for many of us. Where does it come from, and how do you get it? Is a secret handshake required? How does it operate across borders? How can you sell it and still keep it? What to look for, and what to watch out for?  

D.G. Valdron, actual lawyer and alleged human, will guide you through the history and basic concepts of American and international copyright law, highlighting their differences and giving you the tools and tricks to understand this mysterious intangible concept. He will speak on how to appreciate, apply, and navigate its use in your work, career, and any contracts you might run across. All this plus singing and dancing. This will be either the most useful or most traumatic workshop you’ll receive. Possibly both. Remember to keep your arms inside at all times, and lost children will be sold for spare parts.

About D.G. Valdron

D.G. Valdron is a practising aboriginal rights lawyer, carrying on a secret life as a prolific writer of speculative fiction, including fantasy, horror, science fiction, and alternate history. Titles include The Mermaid’s Tale, Axis of Andes, and Giant Monsters Sing Sad Songs. Nonfiction works include books about LEXX and Doctor Who, as well as a multitude of essays on esoteric topics. Valdron has given numerous workshops and panels on various subjects, including copyright and intellectual property, contracts and publishing, and many other subjects. Bites are not contagious.

This event is held in partnership with Strong Women – Strange Worlds: https://strongwomenstrangeworlds.weebly.com/.

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