Being your own boss, arranging your own working hours, making a living from writing - that's what many authors wish for. Combined with other freelance activities such as journalism or coaching, this is possible. But what bureaucratic challenges do you face if you want to become self-employed? We clarify all questions about taxes for authors.
In Germany, one thing has to be in the book in any case: the imprint. This is required by law. Because of other laws that don't deal with the imprint. Because someone might think you've harmed him. Insulted him. Stolen his sentences. Then he looks at the imprint of your book and knows immediately who is responsible. It sounds threatening at first. But the opposite is true: A correct imprint in your book protects you from trouble. It can also be typed quickly. This text tells you how to do it in five minutes.
Imprint, title protection, copyright - as an author there is a whole range of rights and obligations that you need to think about when you want to publish a book. What do you have to pay attention to before, during and after your publication?
"All rights remain with the author" is a frequently propagated promise. This is completely superfluous, at least when it comes to copyright. No one can take that away from you if you have captured your own ideas in a text. You are and will always remain the author. But it is not quite that simple....
A publishing house can be founded quickly and without major formal hurdles - but in order to run it successfully, there are economic, professional and legal aspects to consider. As a small publisher, you operate within an industry dominated by large publishing houses. What do you have to pay attention to when you want to found a publishing house?
The Künstlersozialkasse protects authors in old age and in case of illness. It is an important social pillar for artists and authors. We show you what you have to do so that the "KSK" also helps you.
Many people underestimate the importance of a legally secure presence on the Internet. The reason for this is on the one hand ignorance and on the other hand the assumption that legal components are less important for "a small site". We have compiled the most important pitfalls in relation to your author homepage for you.
If you browse through your favorite bookstore, you'll notice that all the books there have an ISBN. But what can you read from this number and what is it good for?
