Is it illegal to scan the cover of a book I own and publish it online?

[Arcadio]

The content of this thread is located in its title.

 

[BoomerD]

Probably not. Just try it and let us know how it goes.

 

[wirednuts]

how could that be illegal? covers of books are openly displayed and viewed both in the real world and online.

 

[mmntech]

According to the so called 1%, just looking at their IP funny is enough to have the cuffs thrown on you.

In short, yes it is, but if it's for review purposes, etc. it falls under fair use.

 

[SunnyD]

If and when SOPA becomes law... yes, it will be illegal.

 

[SKORPI0]

When you mean "book I own" is it a book you wrote? :\

 

[IronWing]

Give it a try.

 

[Number1]

 

[Gothgar]

What book?

 

[Lifted]

Not if you have permission to reproduce from the copyright owner.

You do know why they call it a copyright, dontcha?

Copy.
Right.

The right to copy.

 

[Arcadio]

When you mean "book I own" is it a book you wrote? :\

Not sure if serious...

 

[SKORPI0]

When you mean "book I own" is it a book you wrote? :\

Not sure if serious...

Serious. Why not ask permission to the copyright owner?

Is it for a review or you want to "publish" so it's accessible online, like Google Books or Project Gutenberg.

 

[waggy]

hmm woudln't that fall under fair use laws?

 

[Imp]

Just post it and wait for the "cease and desist" order.

Seriously.

 

[Arcadio]

Serious. Why not ask permission to the copyright owner?

Is it for a review or you want to "publish" so it's accessible online, like Google Books or Project Gutenberg.

It's for a review.

 

[sdifox]

yes, copyright infringement

 

[biostud]

Depends on your usage of said pic. If it's just to show of at ATOT no problem, or on a private homepage. But if you intend to use in business purpose you will need to get a permission.

 

[Crono]

The better question is whether or not the publisher cares if you publish it online for review purposes.

The answer is "no", especially if you are promoting the book or otherwise casting it in a positive light.

 

[lxskllr]

Just post it and wait for the "cease and desist" order.

Seriously.

^^^

Since it's for a review, I think you're legally clear anyway, but who the hell has the money to fight corporate lawyers? Just put up the image, and take it down if someone bitches.

 

[Red Squirrel]

You'll be fine, the RIAA or WMG don't regulate books. If they did, it would be a different story. (no pun intended)

 

[SKORPI0]

I found the book.

 

[Braznor]

Here is the book he wants to review.