This week we bring you an infographic that highlights what you need to know about public domain, including the types of works that can enter the public domain (meaning they become free to use and share) and how evolving copyright laws affect the release dates of such works.

Our pick, created by NeoMam Studios for StudyWed.com and posted on Ebook Friendly‘s site, provides a timeline of key copyright legislation and explains why we won’t be seeing any new works released in the U.S. until 2019. It also lists examples of what’s been released so far and what we’re missing out on, along with resources to help you find out the copyright status of works.

Click here to see the full infographic: All You Wanted to Know About Public Domain Works.

Visit Technology for Publishing’s blog each week for interesting and informative media-related infographics we’ve discovered and want to share. Have you seen one out there that you think we should include? Drop us a note!

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Margot Knorr Mancini
A thought leader in the publishing industry, Margot Knorr Mancini has helped numerous publishers redefine their missions to become nimble content generators with the ability to repurpose content easily and efficiently. As Founder & CEO of Technology for Publishing, her analytical mind allows her to remain a step ahead of the industry, recognizing early trends and developing pivotal best practices.
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