I've been away from here for a while, but hopefully back more this new year 😊
Meantime, I've started writing what I hope will become a short story collection on a theme. Around 10k down already with outlines on more to follow. I'm a plotter, so percolating the rest...
Creativity breeds creativity!
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As we move forward with the potential publication of your book, it is essential for both parties to have a clear understanding of the ownership and rights associated with the work. The Separation of Book Rights Order will formalize the transfer of rights to our publishing company, outlining the terms and conditions of the agreement in a legally binding document.
This step is necessary to protect the interests of both yourself as the author and our publishing company, ensuring that the rights to your creative work are secured and that all parties involved are in agreement regarding the terms of the acquisition.
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