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When you write a book, it’s your personal creation. Whether it’s a love story, a fantasy novel, or a guidebook, you deserve to keep it safe. That’s where copyright steps in. It stops others from copying, selling, or claiming your work as their own. Every author, big or small, should know how to protect their writing.
Copyright is a law that protects original work. It gives the creator full control over who can copy, use, or share it. For books, it means no one can publish, sell, or turn your book into a movie without your permission.
Many believe you need to pay thousands or hire a fancy lawyer to copyright a book. Others think mailing a copy to yourself is enough. Truth is — it’s much easier and quicker than most people realize.
Yes, you can start protecting your book in just two minutes. While full legal registration might take longer, claiming your ownership instantly is possible through simple steps. It won’t replace official registration, but it will give you a fast and powerful backup.
The fastest method is to timestamp your work digitally. When your book has a date and time recorded on a trusted platform like BakeMyBook or any cloud service, it acts as proof that you owned the work first. It takes no more than two minutes to save your book online and note the time.
At BakeMyBook, authors can not only publish ebooks but also safeguard them. When you submit your manuscript, our system instantly records the upload date. This acts like a mini copyright shield while you prepare for official registration.
Before protecting anything, make sure your book is complete or at least in a final draft form. An unfinished document has less strength if you ever need to prove ownership.
Convert your book into a PDF, Word document, or even a text file. Save it on your computer, an external drive, and a trusted online storage service. Cloud storage leaves a digital mark — a date and time proof.
Some people suggest mailing yourself a copy in a sealed envelope. While this creates a timestamp, it’s not legally solid. It can be challenged in court. It’s better to rely on digital records or official services.
The U.S. Copyright Office lets you register your book online. Visit their website, create an account, pay a small fee, and upload your manuscript. It usually takes about 10–15 minutes for the whole process, but you can start in 2 minutes.
Besides official registration, you can:
These create digital trails that can back you up if ever needed.
In the U.S., registering a book officially costs between $45 to $65. It’s a one-time fee that covers your work for your lifetime and 70 years after. Think of it as a small price for lifetime security.
If someone copies your book or its unique ideas, you can file a claim in court. With proof like digital timestamps, email records, or BakeMyBook submission dates, you stand a stronger chance to win and stop them from using your work.
Your words, your story — they matter. And protecting them doesn’t have to be a headache. In just two minutes, you can create a digital proof of ownership. Whether you choose BakeMyBook or another trusted method, take action. It’s quick, smart, and gives peace of mind while you focus on what matters most: writing.
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