Between Tribute & Lawsuit

By T.R. McKilligan and Saoirse Temple

Writers borrow from the world around them. We quote, reference, parody, pay tribute, draw inspiration, and occasionally wonder: Was I actually allowed to do that?

Between Tribute & Lawsuit is a practical, plain-language guide to the creative-rights questions writers encounter every day. From copyright and public domain to permissions, fair dealing, Creative Commons licenses, trademarks, real people, song lyrics, fan fiction, and AI-generated content, it explains where the risks lie and how to make informed creative decisions without panicking or abandoning your story.

Inside, you'll learn:

what copyright protects-and what it doesn'twhen you may need permission and where to get itwhy "I found it online" does not mean "I can use it"how public domain and Creative Commons material can be used safelywhere tribute ends and infringement may beginwhat writers should consider when using AI-generated contenthow to recognize the legal landmines before stepping on them

You'll also receive access to a collection of practical digital guides and quick-reference resources to help you apply what you've learned.

You don't need to become a lawyer to write responsibly. You just need to know when there is a question worth asking.

Because "I didn't know" is not nearly as useful a defence as it ought to be.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1067373861
• ISBN13: 9781067373863
• Release Date: July 2026
• Publisher: Saoirse Temple
• Length: 84 Pages
• Weight: 0.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 5.0" x 8.0"