Here are some free copyright page templates for Canadian self-published authors!
Why do you need a copyright page, and where can you get free copyright page templates? One of the most common questions that Canadian self-published authors ask is, “What information do I have to put on the copyright page of my book?” Which is quickly followed by, “Do you know where I can get a free copyright template?”
This one small page can be pretty intimidating for authors, especially authors self-publishing their first book. However, it doesn’t have to be that hard. In the following article, we’ll look at what needs to be on your copyright page, and at the end, we will provide a few free copyright page templates that you can use in your book.
In this copyright page guide, we’ll be covering:
- What Is The Copyright Page?
- What Other Information Will You Find on A Copyright Page?
- Free Copyright Page Templates
If you haven’t organized your ISBN yet, check out Do I Need An ISBN for My Book in Canada?
What Is the Copyright Page?
Your copyright page is usually the verso of your title page, and it contains your copyright notice, publication information, edition information, any legal notices, cataloging information, and the ISBN for your book.
Other information you may find on a copyright page includes credits for designers, editors, or formatters, numbers that indicate the year of printing, and sometimes disclaimers.
There are certain things which must be on your copyright page, and some other optional information. Let’s look at what elements must be on your copyright page and that you can’t afford not to have them on there.
The copyright notice, obviously, must be on your copyright page. It consists of the following three parts:
- The word ‘Copyright,’ the © symbol, or an abbreviation of copyright, ‘Copr.’
- The year you first published your book.
- Something which identifies the owner of the copyright, name, abbreviations, or pseudonym.
An example of this might look like © 2024 Random S. Author, RSA Publishing.
What Other Information Will You Find on A Copyright Page?
Let’s start this section by saying that not all of the below elements will be applicable to your book, and you don’t have to include them all. Your copyright page shouldn’t be a novel! However, the reservation of rights is crucial, and your publishing information is essential.
- Your Reservation of Rights – This includes the rights you reserve and what you’ll allow. Typically, most authors include something about fair use, which, let’s be honest, is almost impossible to prevent anyway. Because the permissions require your approval or the publisher’s approval, the next thing you’ll find is the publisher’s information.
- The Publisher’s Address or Contact Information – Large publishers may include their contact information, such as physical address, phone number, or email address. However, self-published authors are much more likely just to include their email addresses.
- Ordering Information – If you’re self-publishing a textbook, you’re likely to include ordering information for wholesalers, bookstores, or educational facilities.
- Trademark Notices – Any trademarks to names or logos associated with the publishing imprint.
- Environmental Statement – A statement about how the book, process, and printing of the book were done in an environmentally friendly and sustainable manner.
- Cataloging Information – As a Canadian author or self-published author, you’re obligated to provide either an electronic or physical copy of your book to Library and Archives Canada. You should include a reference to this on your copyright page.
- Edition Status – You could include this if the book is a second edition to a previously published book.
When it comes time to create your own copyright page, just pick the elements that seem most suitable to your book. We’ll place some free copyright templates below to make it just a little bit easier for you.
Free Copyright Page Templates | Indie Publishing Group
Free Copyright Template One
Copyright © 2024 by Random. S. Author
Paperback ISBN: 0-0000000-0-0
Ebook ISBN: 0-0000000-0-0
All rights reserved. No part of this publication, either writing or images, may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means, including photocopying, recording, or other electronic or mechanical methods, without the prior written permission of the publisher, except in the case of brief quotations embodied in critical reviews and certain other noncommercial uses permitted by copyright law.
All attempts have been made to verify the information contained in this book (INSERT TITLE HERE), but the author and publisher do not bear any responsibility for errors or omissions. Any perceived negative connotation of any individual, group, or company is purely unintentional. Furthermore, this book is intended for entertainment only, and as such, any and all responsibility for actions taken by reading this book lies with the reader alone and not with the author or publisher. This book is not intended as medical, legal, or business advice, and the reader alone holds sole responsibility for any consequences of any actions taken after reading this book. Additionally, it is the reader’s responsibility alone and not the author’s or publishers to ensure that all applicable laws and regulations for the business practice are adhered to. Any resemblance to places, events, or people is purely coincidental.
Published by Random. S. Publishing © 2024
Free Copyright Template Two
Copyright © 2024 by Random S. Author
All rights reserved. This book or any portion thereof may not be reproduced or used in any manner whatsoever without the express written permission of the publisher except for the use of brief quotations in a book review.
ISBN: 0-0000000-0-0
Random S. Author Publishing
123 Writing Street
Toronto, ABC123
www.RandomSAuthorPublishing.com
Both of these free copyright templates above are easy ways to get the copyright language you need into your book. Even the short copyright page will do the job it’s intended to do. If you’re writing books that give people medical, financial, or any other type of advice, it’s worth looking into incorporating a disclaimer into your copyright page.
Free Copyright Page Templates for Canadian Authors – Conclusion
If you’ve been struggling to come up with a copyright template for your book, then feel free to use one of the free copyright templates above. Be sure to change all the relevant information to suit your book.
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