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Book Copyright Services to Protect Your Work

Our book copyright services help you protect your book and publish it correctly in any country. We prepare your copyright page, guide you through registration where it helps, arrange ISBNs and check permissions. So you can publish with confidence that the legal details are right.

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What Our Book Copyright Services Cover

Copyright rules differ from country to country. So we start with where you live and where you plan to sell.

  • Copyright Guidance

    In most countries, copyright exists as soon as you write your work. First, we explain what that means for you and how to keep dated proof of authorship.

  • US Copyright Registration

    In the US, registering with the US Copyright Office gives extra legal benefits. So we guide you through the process if it suits your book.

  • ISBNs and Barcodes

    We also arrange ISBNs through the correct national agency for your country, such as Bowker in the US or Nielsen in the UK, and add barcodes to your cover.

  • Permissions and Quotes

    Finally, we help you check and request permission for song lyrics, quotes, images and other material you did not create.

Publish With the Legal Details Done Right

Mistakes with ISBNs, permissions or rights can be costly to fix later.

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How Our Copyright Support Works

You always know which stage your book is at and who is working on it.

  1. 01

    Review Your Book

    First, we review your manuscript, your country and your publishing plans.

  2. 02

    Identify What You Need

    Next, we list what your book needs, such as ISBNs, registration or permissions.

  3. 03

    Handle the Paperwork

    Then we prepare forms, copyright pages and permission requests with you.

  4. 04

    Confirm and Record

    After that, you get a clear record of every ISBN, registration and permission for your files.

Book Copyright Services for Authors Everywhere

Authors often assume copyright works the same everywhere. However, the details vary. For example, the US offers formal registration, while the UK and many other countries do not. And each country has its own ISBN agency. We guide you through the rules that apply to you.

We also help with library records where they apply, such as Library of Congress Control Numbers for eligible US books. Please note that we are not a law firm. For complex legal disputes, we will always suggest that you speak to a qualified lawyer.

Copyright support fits into every stage of publishing. See our self-publishing services for full support, or our IngramSpark publishing service, where owning your ISBN matters most. Publishing for children? Read about children's book publishing and safety rules.

Copyright page and ISBN barcode prepared through book copyright services

What our authors say

  • I spent hours reading online publishing forums and was completely panicked about figuring out how to register my copyright with the government. Ordwick calmly explained that as a UK author, my copyright is automatic, and they helped me set up the proper dated evidence instead. They saved me so much time and anxiety by providing advice that actually applied to my country, not generic US guidelines.

    James L.

    UK Author

  • Other 'full-service' publishing companies tried to upsell me on an expensive 'Library of Congress' package. Ordwick was the only company that was completely honest, telling me upfront that as an international author, I wasn't even eligible for an LCCN. That kind of transparency is rare. They handled my compliance perfectly without selling me things I didn't need.

    Elena R.

    Non-Fiction Author

  • Writing the book was the fun part; the legal and administrative side was terrifying. Having the Ordwick team handle my formal US Copyright Office registration and compliance documentation gave me complete peace of mind. Knowing my intellectual property is legally protected and properly documented allows me to focus entirely on writing my next book.

    Marcus T.

    Fiction Author

  • Ordwick didn't just publish my book; they treated it like a piece of architecture. Every font choice, every margin, every marketing move was intentional and precise.

    Marisol Reyes

    Author Of 'the Architecture Of Silence

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Book Copyright FAQs

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Do I need to register my book's copyright?

In most countries, copyright is automatic once you write your work. In the US, registration is optional but gives extra legal benefits, such as the right to sue for certain damages.

Do I own the copyright if I use Ordwick?

Yes. Your work remains your intellectual property. Our agreements set out your rights clearly in writing.

Do I need an ISBN?

You need an ISBN for most print books and for selling in many stores. Each format, such as paperback, hardcover and ebook, usually needs its own ISBN.

Where do ISBNs come from?

ISBNs come from the national agency in your country, such as Bowker in the US or Nielsen in the UK. We arrange them through the right agency for you.

Can I quote song lyrics in my book?

Usually only with permission from the rights holder. We help you check what needs permission and how to request it.

How much do your book copyright services cost?

We quote based on what your book needs, such as ISBNs, registration or permissions. Ask for a free quote.

Get a Quote for Copyright Support

Share your country and publishing plans. We will reply within two business days.

  • A personal reply from an editor, not a sales team
  • Your manuscript is kept confidential
  • A clear quote with no obligation

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Your manuscript stays confidential. We never share your details.