It’s true that you own the copyright to your original creative work the very moment it is set down in a fixed form (written, typed, etc.). But there are certain benefits and protections that are only guaranteed by officially registering your copyright with the Library of Congress.
Technological advancements in the internet/mobile world are opening new doors for authors to promote and sell their work. However, these changes also present new challenges in terms of preventing copyright infringement.
For some informative reading on this topic, and to learn more about how to protect your copyright, check out “Copyright Facts Every Author Should Know” by Irene Watson or learn more about how to copyright your book here.
