Posted on January 18, 2010 by by valerirojas

Did you know that if you are an author or publisher you only have until 28 January 2010 to decide whether to opt out of the Google Book Settlement.

Google’s multi-million dollar Settlement with the Association of American Publishers, The Authors Guild (US) and a number of US publishers may affect you.

The Settlement has the potential to change the way authors and publishers manage the digital use of their works. You can find out about it more at Google Book Settlement

Deciding to participate in the Settlement will depend on your own individual circumstances.

To assist members, The Australian Copyright Agency Limited (CAL) will be holding three free seminars in Melbourne, Canberra and Sydney. Presented by Michael Lijic, CAL’s International Affairs and Digital Strategy Coordinator, the seminars will discuss what Google is offering and some of the implications, followed by a question and answer session.

When and Where?

Melbourne – Tuesday 19 January 2010
Venue State Library of Victoria
Village Roadshow Theatrette
328 Swanston Street, Melbourne
Time 2.00-3.30 pm

Canberra – Wednesday 20 January 2010
Venue Fireplace Room,
Gorman House Arts Centre
Ainslie Ave, Braddon ACT
Time 4.00-5.30pm

Sydney – Friday 22 January 2010
Venue State Library of New South Wales
Metcalfe Auditorium
Macquarie Street, Sydney
Time 10.00-11.30 am

Refreshments will be provided free of charge. Places are limited so please RSVP by calling CAL on +612 9394 7600 or emailing events@copyright.com.au.

To find out more about the Google Book Settlement visit CAL’s website now.

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