Recourse for publication of work without permission??

itm2

Thanks for the excellent advice. My local law centre only provides advice on immigration, asylum, housing and community care, but I will look for other sources of advice for defining the specifics of the claim, then proceed as you suggest.

codger

Good luck!

Voyager2002

codger wrote: »

OP: the advice you received from the writers groups is accurate.

A German publisher is going to be difficult to chase for £50, never mind £500.

Best thing would be to keep things amicable -- after all, if this publisher is producing books on subjects within your area of expertise, why not see if you can strike up a little relationship with 'em with a view to you writing something for them?

Not all publishers are big. This one could be pretty small. And it might -- genuinely -- appreciate a conciliatory approach from you that might (might!) lead to a longer term relationship.

*PS: I'm an agent. Rate's 10% on UK earnings, 15% on overseas, 20% on translation and 20%, films & plays. Sorry but you'll need to pay me 75% for a six-page special in 'Hello'. . .

Since the German office is refusing to respond to this approach, try telephoning the London office, and in friendly manner explain the problem. Personal contact can open doors that remain closed even to the law.

RadoJo

Would you be willing to compromise - ask them if they can send you a copy of the book instead, and at least then you will have a memento of your work, and at least the satisfaction of seeing your name in print, and something worth £35!