Copyright in Academic Publishing - Rights and Responsibilities in Scholarly Work

Unlocking the secrets of academic publishing copyright

How do you protect your intellectual property while sharing your research? What are your rights when you publish in journals? And how can you ethically and creatively use existing material in your own work?

As a postgraduate or early career researcher, your work is your identity, your currency and your voice in the academic world. But navigating the complex maze of copyright can feel daunting.

In Copyright in Academic Publishing: Rights and Responsibilities in Scholarly Work, you'll discover practical insights and clear strategies for protecting your work and navigating the ever-changing academic world. From understanding Creative Commons licences and tackling plagiarism to demystifying copyright transfer agreements and exploring unusual case studies, this book is your essential guide to mastering the legal and ethical framework of academic publishing.

Engaging, accessible and sprinkled with light humour, this book reminds us that academic life doesn't have to be 'deadly serious' to be effective. Whether you're defending your dissertation, preparing your first journal submission, or aiming to build a lasting academic legacy, this book will equip you with the tools to protect your ideas and thrive as a scholar.

Your research deserves to be understood, protected and celebrated.
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