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Post by pelwrath on Aug 7, 2021 11:34:56 GMT -6
when does it become illegal to use what another author has done?
What I mean is, if I use the plot of an old story: Thing A happens and here’s the fallout. Is that okay?
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Post by HDSimplicityy on Aug 8, 2021 18:08:05 GMT -6
When it is obvious plagiarism. That seems fine to me.
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Post by RAVENEYE on Aug 9, 2021 12:34:51 GMT -6
when does it become illegal to use what another author has done? What I mean is, if I use the plot of an old story: Thing A happens and here’s the fallout. Is that okay? Names, places, and details are your own, right? You're not using any of the author's text, dialog, description, right? There are LOTS of stories, probably most stories, in fact, that use the plot "Thing A happens and here's the fallout" in some respect. That's just a basic reflection of life, choices, and consequences. So more than likely, you're safe. No plot is new under the sun. |
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Post by pelwrath on Aug 9, 2021 12:58:19 GMT -6
Thanks and yes to what you said. I was concerned about following a known plot/story arc.
Yes, not the same place, characters or end result. My twist to it, so I’m good and if people recognize it, that’s not a bad thing.
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You add them to your profile as you do them around the forum.
