
While we don't focus too much on the legal side of writing here (and I sure as heck don't know how to advise somebody about this sort of thing), it's a story all web writers should pay attention to. There's a big, scary, litigious world out there...
These new developments could technically affect any of us some day, and it's an important cautionary tale. Check out The Blog Herald for the full scoop (including court filings):
"uber-blogger & A-Lister Dooce commented how she had been recently sued over a breach of contract issue.
"A little research has led us to the actual court filings in this matter, which appear to indeed be a breach of contract issue between Kensington Publishing Corporation and Heather Armstrong, aka Dooce."







I understand she's now going to be talking to them - about a book deal?
Considering all the bad blood the publisher's created, right or wrong, they'd be well-advised to treat her with more care. Lots more people are watching and the potential backlash could be brutal.
Sure she's no doubt a pain to deal with - artists almost always are - but eminently worth it, IMHO.
I've been reading her blog since she started it and she routinely touches me emotionally. No small trick for any writer. Anyone that can make connections like that on a regular basis clearly has great talent.
Posted by: M. Douglas Wray | December 14, 2006 12:16 AM | Permalink to Comment