| The fine print varies from state to
state, and it's always best to talk to a lawyer, but overall, copyright
law is pretty consistent. The author owns the rights to the work and, unless
she specifically signs them away, she retains them no matter who publishes
it.
Some journals may assume that they
acquire copyrights along with publication, but unless the journal has a
published policy governing copyright and obtains a signed agreement
from the author, rights stay with the writer. It's always good form to
list the places where an article has been published before. If the copyright
of any specific piece of writing is in question, it's best to talk with
a lawyer first, especially before insulting an editor or signing away rights
unknowingly.
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