How do I copyright my own work?

Question

I write screenplays and before I send it off to an agent, I'd like to copyright it. Is there a way I can do this to protect it?

Answer 1

I got this from a recording studio professional.

1. get a copy of your work.

2.  on a seperate piece of paper write the title, the date

     produced, the people who helped you produce this

     work, and the key (if music).

3. put in envelope.

4. Mail it to yourself REGISTERED MAIL. (it will have to be signed for and it has a govt. date stamp).

5. MOST IMPORTANTLY DON'T OPEN IT!!!!!!

he said it has not really been taken to court, it is a really cheap way to "copyright" your work and gives you "some" protection.

do this until you can do better, and check with others for more info.

Good luck!!!!!!!!!!!!

Answer 2

u can by simply acknowledging your right and ownership to your work.. you can add it to your work..

PS: I write screenplays too :D

Answer 3

www.copyright.gov

and the filing fee is $45 now as of 2008

make sure you read the instructions very carefully as to what you want to copyright. It will take about 3 to 4 months for you to receive your Certificate of Authenticity in the mail from them.  Hope this helps...

good luck

Answer 4

To register your creation log on to copyright/gov. Browse around for instructions on submitting screenplays, download the appropriate form, and fill it out. Mail it, with your $35 fee, to the Library of Congress. The website will give you the correct address. Bear in mind the cost may have changed.

After eight months you should receive your registration which will provide copyright protection in the event of plagiarism or theft.

Answer 5

I think this website will prove a little helpful...

http://www.copyrightservice.co.uk/servic...