There are enormous challenges facing all aspects of the communications industries these days. Book publishing is being severely impacted. New technologies, globalization and environmental concerns, and uncertainties in the implementation of copyright laws are only a few of these challenges. More than ever, creators of intellectual properties of all types need guidance as they chart today's unsettled waters in publishing. Elaine P. English, PLLC continues its long-standing dedication to providing quality legal services, principally in the areas of media and publishing law. We are available to advise authors, journalists, artists and photographers and other creators of intellectual property, as well as small to moderate sized production and publishing companies on new developments in copyright, trademark, contract, and general business matters relating to publishing and the dissemination of information in this new technological world. We are committed to providing quality legal services at fees affordable for individuals. On the literary agency side of the firm's practice, we work with only authors of commercial fiction. These include authors of romance, young adult fiction, women's fiction, mysteries, and thrillers. We work with our authors to secure publication and attention for their works in all media throughout the world. Our current list includes both award winning and first time authors with whom we work closely to develop quality, marketable projects and establish long-term publishing careers. |