So, let’s talk stock image licensing for a sec
(if you’re looking for a more in-depth look at stock image copyright issues click here)
So, Let’s talk Copyright for a sec.
One of the things I’ve noticed in many online groups where book cover designers hang out is that a lot of people haven’t been exposed to very much information about what kinds of images can and can’t be used on a book cover. So I thought I’d lay out some of the basics. Note, I am not a copyright lawyer, nor do I play one on TV. But I have been designing for more than 25 years and doing mostly book covers for almost 10. I’ve studied copyright, and I review images for one of the major stock sites. So I know a thing or two. But, still, you all know not to take my words as legal advice, right? Good. So, we can move along then. 😉 (more…)
C is for Cover…
In 1947 DeBeers launched what was later touted as the best advertising slogan of the 20th Century, “A Diamond is Forever.”
With that slogan, came the idea that a man desiring to ask a woman to marry him should save a month’s salary for the engagement ring. In more modern times, that has been increased to three month’s salary. (more…)