Workshop for Authors in London : The Business of Writing – Today and Tomorrow

When: 27^th January 2010 to 11^th February 2010

Where: London College of Communication

Duration: 2 hours

Nearest Tube: Elephant and Castle

A workshop for the writers will be held in London. The workshop will throw light upon the issues like hoe to protect the copyrights, negotiation of the contracts with publishers and the future of publishing in this digital era.

This event for the writers covers mainly two modules covering different aspects of the agenda:

Module 1: Rights for Authors

When: 27^th January 2010

Timings: 6-8 pm

The first module will cover a realistic guide to make money from writing. It will also cover the importance of the knowledge of copyright and other related IP rights which give writers an enhancement while negotiating contracts. Since much change has been observed over a decade, the workshop will give an overview to the writers regarding relevant IP rights, how to protect, deal with and develop them to earn as a professional writer not only in present times but also in future.

Module 2: New Ways of Publishing

When: 11^th February 2010

Timings: 6-8 pm

Module 2 delineates the effects of digital technology on the status of the writers and the future of publishing. A panel of experts has been invited by Own-it and ALCS with the purpose to talk about the effects of digital expertise on the potential of publishing as well as the impact of new developments in the digital world on the value of the author’s copyrights. Joan Smith, the famous English writer, human rights activist and a journalist will lead the panel.

Admission to the workshop is free. In order to attend the two modules, it is advisable to reserve the place prior to the event. The event may also welcome the writers from the nearby cities who will be delighted to enjoy the attraction and hotels in London as the two modules have a gap of more than 10 days.