Can I copyright a book or article I have written?

Yes, you can copyright a book or article you have written in Washington. Under copyright law, you own the rights to your original works, such as books, articles, and other literary works, from the moment they are created in their tangible form. In order to protect your works and ensure that you receive all of the rights and benefits associated with those rights, you should register your works with the United States Copyright Office. In Washington, copyright registration for books and articles is conducted online through the US Copyright Office’s website. You will need to fill out the appropriate forms, pay a fee, and submit the work to the office for review. Once approved, you will receive a certificate of registration and your work will be protected from unauthorized use or duplication. Remember, copyright law applies only to original works that are fixed in a tangible form, such as articles, books, or music recordings. Ideas, facts, or titles cannot be copyrighted. Also, the copyright does not protect your work from being used in other works, such as when someone quotes a portion of your book or article in their own work. Therefore, it is important to register your works and protect yourself against any potential infringement of your rights.

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