if you do suddenly become popular, you can write a second book, and get involved in TV or movie adaptations of it.
GRRM isnt included on ASOIAF content because hes the copyright holder, but because his influence makes people want to see the shows
GRRM isnt included on ASOIAF content because hes the copyright holder, but because his influence makes people want to see the shows
I think 20 or 30 years is fairer. But IIRC it's not about fair, the Constitution says that it should only be to encourage innovation, and long copyright inhibits innovation.
If you want to make an official adapatation, hire the author. If not, it's not official. This takes care of itself for authors who cultivate their fan base.
I concur, but the Supreme Court might not. Plaintiffs in Eldred v. Ashcroft were defeated on "limited times", and I expect that a "promote the progress" argument would have an even harder time.