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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The author is currently working on a series of interconnected volumes. These are not merely standalone guides, but form part of a wider intellectual journey through the challenges, responsibilities and aspirations of academic life. This evolving body of work is intended to support doctoral students and early-career academics as they navigate the increasingly complex landscape of contemporary scholarship, covering everything from the technicalities of publication to the ethical dilemmas posed by emerging technologies.

Forthcoming titles in the series include: 

Academic Writing: Genres, Methods and Strategies, 

Building a Professional Identity in Academia, 

Academic Well-Being: Psychological and Ethical Foundations for Scholarly Life, and 

The Ethical Use of Artificial Intelligence in Academia. 

Each volume offers a distinct yet complementary perspective, rooted in theoretical reflection and practical experience. The series is united by a shared aim: to promote scholarly integrity, critical thinking, and sustainable personal growth within the academic community.

Readers, researchers and doctoral students interested in these topics are warmly invited to follow the publisher's forthcoming releases, in which each new volume in the series will be announced. Staying informed will ensure continued access to practical resources and critical reflections designed to support academic growth at every stage of the scholarly journey.