Protect Your Work. Respect the Rights of Others.

Using someone else's words, photographs, illustrations, song lyrics, artwork, maps, or other copyrighted material without permission can delay publication and expose you to legal risk.

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Clipston Publishing can help you determine when permission may be required and assist you through the permissions process, saving you time and helping you move your project forward with confidence.

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Our services include:

• Reviewing your manuscript to identify material that may require permission

• Researching copyright ownership and rights holders

• Preparing professional permission request letters

• Contacting publishers, authors, artists, photographers, or estates on your behalf

• Following up on permission requests when required

• Organizing and tracking permissions throughout your project

• Maintaining records of approvals and licence agreements

• Advising on proper copyright acknowledgements and attribution

 

Whether you're publishing a book, eBook, workbook, course, website, or educational resource, we'll help you navigate the permissions process professionally.

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Common Materials Requiring Permission

• Quotes beyond what may qualify as fair dealing or fair use

• Song lyrics

• Poems

• Photographs

• Artwork and illustrations

• Maps and charts

• Tables and graphs

• Newspaper and magazine excerpts

• Previously published material

• Educational resources

 

Important Note

Every copyright request is unique. While we can research rights holders, prepare requests, and manage the permissions process, permission is granted solely at the discretion of the copyright owner. Any license or permissions fees charged by the rights holder are the responsibility of the client.

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Need Help?

If you're unsure whether permission is required, we're happy to review your project and discuss the best course of action before publication.