Dubbed “the industry bible” by the Los Angeles Times, All You Need to Know About the Music Business by veteran music lawyer Donald Passman is the go-to guide for everyone in the music business through ten editions, over thirty years, and over a half a million copies sold. Now with updates explaining why musicians have more power today than ever in history; discussion of the mega-million-dollar sales of artists’ songs and record catalogs; how artist access to streaming media, and particularly TikTok, has completely reshaped the music business; the latest on music created by AI; and a full update of the latest numbers and trends.For more than thirty years, All You Need to Know About the Music Business has been universally regarded as the definitive guide to the music industry. Now in its eleventh edition, Passman leads novices and experts alike through what has been the most profound change in the music business since the days of wax cylinders and piano rolls: streaming. For the first time in history, music is no longer monetized by selling something—it’s monetized by how many times a listener streams a song. And also, for the first time, artists can get their music to listeners without a record company gatekeeper, creating a new democracy for music. The “industry bible” (Los Angeles Times), now updated, is essential for anyone in the music business—musicians, songwriters, lawyers, agents, promoters, publishers, executives, and managers—and the definitive guide for anyone who wants to be in the business. So, whether you are—or aspire to be—in the music industry, veteran music lawyer Passman’s comprehensive guide is an indispensable tool. He offers timely information about the latest trends, including the reasons why artists have more clout than ever in history, the massive influence of TikTok, the mega million dollar sales of artists’ songs and record catalogs, music in Web3 and the Metaverse, music created by AI, and a full update of the latest numbers and practices. Read more

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Unlock the power of effective communication with Speak with Impact: Master Persuasive Communication, Defuse Conflict, and Lead with Confidence – Inspired by the Discussion Begun by Jefferson Fisher.In today’s world, persuasion, leadership, and connection matter more than ever. Yet, so many conversations turn into arguments, misunderstandings, or missed opportunities. This book provides a proven framework to help you speak with clarity, confidence, and influence—so your words leave a lasting impact.Are you struggling to get your point across?Do your conversations often lead to conflict instead of connection?It’s time to change the way you communicate. Inspired by the thought-provoking insights of communication expert Jefferson Fisher, this book will help you: Master the art of saying less while making a greater impact. Defuse tension and turn heated discussions into productive conversations. Speak with confidence, authority, and authenticity in any situation. Build stronger connections and influence others—without unnecessary conflict.Whether you're leading a team, negotiating a deal, or improving your personal relationships, Speak with Impact equips you with the essential skills to persuade, lead, and connect with power and poise.Stop struggling to be heard—learn how to communicate with purpose and authority. Get your copy today and start mastering the art of impactful communication! Read more

Master the style guidelines of news writing, editing, and common usage with this indispensable guide perfect for students and professional writers everywhere. The style of The Associated Press is the gold standard for news writing. With the AP Stylebook in hand, you can learn how to write and edit with the clarity and professionalism for which their writers and editors are famous. The AP Stylebook will help you master the AP’s rules on grammar, spelling, punctuation, capitalization, abbreviation, word and numeral usage, and when to use “more than” instead of “over.” To make navigating these specialty chapters even easier, the Stylebook includes a comprehensive index. Fully revised and updated to keep pace with world events, common usage, and AP procedures, the AP Stylebook is the one reference that all writers, editors and students cannot afford to be without. This edition contains more than 300 new and revised entries, including: -       A new chapter on inclusive storytelling: its importance and how to achieve it. -       Detailed guidance on writing about people with disabilities and disabled people. -       Many updates on immigration, the coronavirus, gender and race-related coverage, including the capitalization of Black and expanded use of singular they. -       A revised chapter on religion, with guidance on when Catholic rather than Roman Catholic should be used on first reference. -       A thoroughly updated chapter on using social media for reporting. Read more

Investigating cinema under the magnifying glassFrom a look at classics like Psycho and Double Indemnity to recent films like Traffic and Thelma & Louise, Nicole Rafter and Michelle Brown show that criminological theory is produced not only in the academy, through scholarly research, but also in popular culture, through film. Criminology Goes to the Movies connects with ways in which students are already thinking criminologically through engagements with popular culture, encouraging them to use the everyday world as a vehicle for theorizing and understanding both crime and perceptions of criminality. The first work to bring a systematic and sophisticated criminological perspective to bear on crime films, Rafter and Brown’s book provides a fresh way of looking at cinema, using the concepts and analytical tools of criminology to uncover previously unnoticed meanings in film, ultimately making the study of criminological theory more engaging and effective for students while simultaneously demonstrating how theories of crime circulate in our mass-mediated worlds. The result is an illuminating new way of seeing movies and a delightful way of learning about criminology. Read more

Get the God Gun & Guard YOUR Writing from Thieves with "Copyright & Trademark Law for Authors and Small Businesses: Your Practical Legal Guide" by Dr. Eric Engle, JD, LLMCopyright and trademark laws are like strong locks that safeguard your hard work, the creativity, and dedication you poured into your own writing. Just like a lock secures your physical property, copyright & trademark laws keep your intellectual property safe thieves. However, many writers just don't know the rules. Your life's work is vulnerable to plagiarism & piracy. This handbook is designed to demystify copyright and trademark law. It explains the rules and regulations in a clear, concise, accessible manner. By understanding and applying copyright and trademark laws, you'll be empowered to protect your unique voice, style, and creative expression, ensuring your writing gets recognized as a valuable and secure asset. With this book you'll be able to confidently share your work with the world, knowing that your intellectual property is shielded from potential threats.As an author or small business owner, your creative works and brand identity are the lifeblood of your success. But do you know how to protect them from infringement, theft, and exploitation? In today's fast-paced digital landscape, understanding copyright and trademark law is crucial to safeguarding your intellectual property and avoiding costly legal battles.Dr. Eric Engle's comprehensive guide is the ultimate resource for authors and small business owners who want to take control of their IP protection. With his expert guidance, you'll learn how to navigate the complex world of copyright and trademark law, empowering you to make informed decisions and save thousands of dollars in lawyers' fees.This practical and accessible book covers everything you need to know, from the basics of copyright and trademark law to advanced strategies for protecting your work and brand. You'll discover how to:Register and maintain your copyrights and trademarksIdentify and avoid potential infringement risksCreate effective licensing agreements and contractsProtect your online presence and digital assetsDefend your IP rights in court, if necessaryBy reading this book, you'll gain the confidence and knowledge to handle many of your own IP-related tasks, freeing you to focus on what matters most - creating and growing your business. With Dr. Engle's expert guidance, you'll be able to:Save money on legal fees by doing much of your own IP workAvoid costly mistakes and potential lawsuitsIncrease your business value and competitivenessProtect your reputation and brand identityUnlock new revenue streams and opportunitiesWhether you're a seasoned author or entrepreneur or just starting out, "Copyright & Trademark Law for Authors and Small Businesses" is an indispensable resource that will help you navigate the complex world of intellectual property protection. With this book, you'll be empowered to take control of your creative and business destiny, and achieve the success you deserve.Don't let legal uncertainty hold you back! Know your rights! Get your copy of "Copyright & Trademark Law for Authors and Small Businesses" today and start protecting your most valuable assets!Copyright law, trademark law, intellectual property, authors rights, small business law, legal guides, IP protection, writers rights, publishing law, book publishing, self-publishing, indie authors, copyright registration, trademark registration, licensing agreements, contracts, plagiarism, piracy, online copyright, digital rights, content protection, author business, small business owners, entrepreneurship, creative entrepreneurship, writing business, publishing industry, law for writers, law for authors, copyright infringement, trademark infringement, IP, IP LAW Read more

More people write for The Associated Press than for any newspaper in the world, and writers-nearly two million of them-have bought more copies of The AP Stylebook than of any other journalism reference. It provides facts and references for reporters, and defines usage, spelling, and grammar for editors. There are separate sections for journalists specializing in sports and business, and complete guidelines for how to write photo captions, file copy over the wire, proofread text, handle copyrights, and avoid libel. This edition of The AP Stylebook keeps pace with world events, common usage, and AP procedures. Read more

In Paris, a static video camera keeps watch on a bourgeois home. In Portland, a webcam documents the torture and murder of kidnap victims. And in clandestine intelligence offices around the world, satellite technologies relentlessly pursue the targets of global conspiracies. Such plots represent only a fraction of the surveillance narratives that have become commonplace in recent cinema. Catherine Zimmer examines how technology and ideology have come together in cinematic form to play a functional role in the politics of surveillance. Drawing on the growing field of surveillance studies and the politics of contemporary monitoring practices, she demonstrates that screen narrative has served to organize political, racial, affective, and even material formations around and through surveillance. She considers how popular culture forms are intertwined with the current political landscape in which the imagery of anxiety, suspicion, war, and torture has become part of daily life. From Enemy of the State and The Bourne Series to Saw, Caché and Zero Dark Thirty, Surveillance Cinema explores in detail the narrative tropes and stylistic practices that characterize contemporary films and television series about surveillance. Read more

Lawyers have always known that “story" is at the heart of persuasive advocacy AND this awareness continues to grow, BUT there's been a need for a simple, analytical way to teach “story,” which the ABT Framework now provides, THEREFORE it’s time for us to open your mind with this new and powerful technique.The ABT Framework (And, But, Therefore) is a revelation. It brings the power of simplicity to a world that is glutted with too much information. The business community has already discovered the ABT and is applying it to sales, marketing and branding. Now it's time for lawyers to tap into the power of the words that capture the three fundamental forces of narrative: Agreement, Contradiction, Consequence. Read more

And in the Kindle version, as a BONUS, you'll get absolutely FREE: "JULIUS AND ETHEL ROSENBERG - SPIES OR SCAPEGOATS?"Making it 2 books for the price of 1!"*****Ranked #1 on Amazon/USA in Hot New Releases in "Law Witnesses," "Law Enforcement" and "True Crime-Hoaxes & Deceptions"Ranked #1 on Amazon/USA in "Law Witnesses" and "Media & the Law"*****At around 9:30 pm on October 30, 1975, blond and beautiful 15-year-old Martha Moxley had just left the Skakel residence and was walking to her home on the other side of Walsh Lane, in the swank Belle Haven section of Greenwich, Connecticut.Suddenly, someone rushed up behind her and bashed in her head with a 6-iron that belonged to a set of clubs that was later found in the Skakel residence. The killer then dragged Martha’s body down a deep slope and deposited her, face-down, under a huge pine tree. He then stabbed her in the neck with a splintered shaft of the golf club, and pulled her jeans down to her knees, exposing her buttocks. The killer had either been unwilling, or was physically unable to sexually assault the half-naked girl.The Greenwich police had not investigated a murder case in over 30 years. They bungled the crucial initial investigation and the subsequent follow-ups. It wasn’t until 2002, 27 years after Martha's murder, that Michael Skakel, the nephew of Ethel Skakel Kennedy, the wife of former Attorney General, Robert F. Kennedy, was tried and convicted of Martha's murder.Was the Greenwich PD totally incompetent in their initial and ongoing investigation of Martha's murder?Did the state's Attorney General look the other way because he was afraid of whom he might offend?Did the Skakel/Kennedy cabal intimidate both the Greenwich PD and the state's AG from doing their jobs?This book will try to answer those questions.To order, SCROLL to the top of this page and hit the "BUY" button.*****Author's note: I started this project with no preconceived notions. With 40 years of journalistic experience and more than 45 published books in the bank, I did my research by reading more than 20 books on either the Moxley murder, or the Kennedy family’s connection to the Skakels; in particular those concerning Ethel Skakel Kennedy, Michael Skakel's blood aunt, and the wife of the late US Attorney General, Robert F. Kennedy. I also pored over more than 200 magazine and newspaper articles; especially those in the Stamford Advocate and Greenwich Times, and the New York Times. I also read the entire Sutton Report, commissioned by Rushton Skakel, Michael's father; a report that was instrumental in convicting his son.This book is my honest opinion of what transpired in the Martha Moxley murder case.Of course, opinions are like noses; everybody has one. But I back mine up with facts, not other people’s opinions. I have no horses in this race, and I have no axes to grind. My facts are verifiable in numerous court documents, and police and newspaper reports.Most importantly, I don’t, to shield a blood relative, snatch two new suspects out of my butt, with no proof they were ever in Greenwich on the night of the murder 41 years ago.Skakel relatives and friends, who have ulterior motives, are entitled to their own opinions, but they are not entitled to their own facts.I feel great compassion for the Moxley family. They, along with Martha, are the real victims of this tragedy; no matter what anyone with a vested interest in the final outcome of this case may say.R.I.P. Martha Moxley (1960-1975) Read more

Master the style guidelines of news writing, editing, and common usage with this indispensable guide perfect for students and professional writers everywhere.The style of The Associated Press is the gold standard for news writing. With the AP Stylebook in hand, you can learn how to write and edit with the clarity and professionalism for which their writers and editors are famous.The AP Stylebook will help you master the AP's rules on grammar, spelling, punctuation, capitalization, abbreviation, word and numeral usage, and when to use "more than" instead of "over." To make navigating these specialty chapters even easier, the Stylebook includes a comprehensive index.Fully revised and updated to keep pace with world events, common usage, and AP procedures, The AP Stylebook is the one reference that all writers, editors and students cannot afford to be without. Read more

“Should be on the reading list of every journalism school and law school in this country.” —Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune In 1983, Anthony Porter was convicted of the brutal double murder of Marilyn Green and Jerry Hillard. While sitting in the bleachers near Chicago’s Washington Park swimming pool, the victims were shot multiple times at point-blank range. Porter was sentenced to death. In 1998, within fifty hours of Porter’s scheduled execution, the Illinois Supreme Court granted a stay, pending a hearing on Porter’s mental competency. At this point, journalism professor David Protess and his Northwestern University Innocence Project students took up Porter’s cause. Soon, Porter was released from prison, and Alstory Simon, then a Milwaukee resident, was convicted of the Washington Park homicides. But that’s not the end of the story. Nor is it all of the story. Simon himself has now been exonerated and is suing Northwestern University, David Protess, and two other individuals for more than $40 million in punitive damages. This is the true story of how and why Alstory Simon replaced Anthony Porter in prison. Read more

The first narrative in the new Silver Fox series deals exclusively with the Third Confession. It provides the True Crime Rocket Science Assessment of Chris Watts’ latest version of events using the rigorous analysis astute readers and followers of true crime have come to expect from the world’s most prolific true crime author. Read more

This book, by a leading Reformation scholar, is the only comprehensive introduction to Zwingli's thought for the student and general reader. In it Stephens discusses the main areas of debate in Zwingli studies and presents a variety of interpretations of his work. In the opening chapters, he places Zwingli in the context of Zurich and Switzerland in the sixteenth century, describes the various influences on Zwingli's development, and outlines his life and work as a reformer. The following two chapters introduce the main themes in Zwingli's thought, and these are related both to the life and work of the man himself as well as the views of other reformers. A final chapter considers Zwingli as a reformer and theologian, emphasizing, as Stephens does throughout the book, Zwingli's relevance today. Read more

From Huckleberry Finn to Harry Potter, from Internet filters to the v-chip, censorship exercised on behalf of children and adolescents is often based on the assumption that they must be protected from “indecent” information that might harm their development—whether in art, in literature, or on a Web site. But where does this assumption come from, and is it true? In Not in Front of the Children, Marjorie Heins explores the fascinating history of “indecency” laws and other restrictions aimed at protecting youth. From Plato’s argument for rigid censorship, through Victorian laws aimed at repressing libidinous thoughts, to contemporary battles over sex education in public schools and violence in the media, Heins guides us through what became, and remains, an ideological minefield. With fascinating examples drawn from around the globe, she suggests that the “harm to minors” argument rests on shaky foundations. Read more

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Media Law: A Practical Guide (Revised Edition) provides a clear and concise explanation of media law principles. It focuses on the practical aspects of how to protect oneself from claims and how to evaluate the likelihood of a successful claim. This new edition has been revised to reflect important changes and updates to the law, including recent developments relating to scandalous trademarks, embedding, fair use, drones, revenge porn laws, interpretation of emoji, GDPR, false statements laws, lies, and the libel implications of the #MeToo movement.Media Law is divided into five sections that help non-lawyers understand how the principles apply to their actual behavior: background information about the legal system; things you can be sued for; how you actually gather information; ways the government can regulate speech; and practical issues that are related to media law. This book is perfect for courses in media and communications law or a combination course in journalism law and ethics, as it covers both the legal and ethical aspects of communication. Read more

David E. McCraw recounts his experiences as the top newsroom lawyer for the New York Times during the most turbulent era for journalism in generations.In October 2016, when Donald Trump's lawyer demanded that The New York Times retract an article focused on two women that accused Trump of touching them inappropriately, David McCraw's scathing letter of refusal went viral and he became a hero of press freedom everywhere. But as you'll see in Truth in Our Times, for the top newsroom lawyer at the paper of record, it was just another day at the office.McCraw has worked at the Times since 2002, leading the paper's fight for freedom of information, defending it against libel suits, and providing legal counsel to the reporters breaking the biggest stories of the year. In short: if you've read a controversial story in the paper since the Bush administration, it went across his desk first. From Chelsea Manning's leaks to Trump's tax returns, McCraw is at the center of the paper's decisions about what news is fit to print.In Truth in Our Times, McCraw recounts the hard legal decisions behind the most impactful stories of the last decade with candor and style. The book is simultaneously a rare peek behind the curtain of the celebrated organization, a love letter to freedom of the press, and a decisive rebuttal of Trump's fake news slur through a series of hard cases. It is an absolute must-have for any dedicated reader of The New York Times.

Sinopse do Livro "IA para Advogados na Prática"A revolução da Inteligência Artificial chegou ao universo jurídico, transformando a maneira como os advogados atuam em diversas áreas do direito. Em "IA para Advogados na Prática", você, advogado, descobrirá como as ferramentas de IA Generativa podem otimizar desde a análise de contratos e peças processuais até a pesquisa de jurisprudência e a elaboração de pareceres técnicos. De forma clara e acessível, o livro aborda aplicações práticas da IA no dia a dia do profissional do direito, explorando casos concretos, ferramentas atuais e as tendências que estão moldando o futuro da advocacia.Combinando teoria e prática, esta obra é indispensável para advogados que desejam se adaptar ao novo cenário tecnológico, aprimorando sua eficiência e agregando inovação aos seus serviços. Aqui, você encontrará tudo o que precisa saber para utilizar a IA a seu favor, garantindo mais precisão, produtividade e resultados em sua prática profissional. Read more

Officer Samuel Preston has always wanted to be a Radio personality. Since the 3rd grade, he envisioned sitting behind a microphone and talking to the world or presenting the news. After several years entertaining the listeners in Minneapolis, he moved to Wisconsin and suddenly became a Police Officer. Samuel's Law Enforcement career begins in Collinsville, Wisconsin. After about 7 years on the job, he has polished the communication skills that he developed as a Talk Show Host and he has honed his skills in criminal investigations to become an effective and ethical Police Officer. The experience has solidified his yearn for justice and service to others in his community. As he patrols the small Wisconsin town, protecting and serving, strange criminal activities are set in motion with several suspects under consideration as the possible culprits. Samuel finds himself trying to solve the mystery of deceit, corruption and betrayal. People who are previously wrongdoers are suddenly helpful to the case and those who were previously helpful seem to be misdirecting the investigation. He learns that not everyone is who they claim to be and some others have put up a hypocritical facade. Eventually, a wise, retired detective befriends Samuel and helps him with the case and his troubled thoughts. Who is ethical and trustworthy and who is trying to manipulate the investigation? Can Samuel deal with his suspicions about who may be involved in the corruption? Does he come forward with the suspicions he has or does he keep his loyalty to a trusted friend? What is the right and responsible thing to do? Will the truth come out? If the truth does come out, who do we learn is involved? Who is committing the crimes? Who has something to gain by committing the crimes and deceiving the town? Who would have the most to lose? A true test of responsibility and ethical behavior, "Small Town Cop - BIg Time Crime" shows that anything can happen anywhere. Whether it's a big city or a small town. A large Police Department or a 1 man show, people can be corrupt anywhere. Temptations are everywhere and Power tends to corrupt and absolute power corrupts absolutely. Lessons learned in Collinsville, Wisconsin can be learned anywhere temptations lies. Read more