NSW Commercial Law on Book Subscriptions Online?

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saeid

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26 September 2017
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Hi there,

I was wondering what are the procedures and avenues to be taken in order to be able to upload books that I have purchased, and put them online and charge readers a monthly subscription fee to read any book they like? Who do I need to speak to and what I need to do under Commercial Law?
 

Rob Legat - SBPL

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Each book will have a copyright notation in the front, usually near the name of the publisher. You will need to get in touch with the person/entity who holds that copyright and seek their permission.

In most cases, I would expect their answer will be either:

(a) No; or
(b) Yes, subject to contract and payment.

If you breach copyright, expect to be on the end of some pretty aggressive legal action once they discover what you've done.
 

saeid

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26 September 2017
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Tthanks for that Rob,

I am not thinking of doing it illegally, I just want to make sure what steps needs to be taken going forward.