How do I get copyrights to a book I'm writing so I can promote it before it's released?

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It depends on the country you live in, but usually your work is copyrighted to you as soon as you create it. This means that theoretically you should be able to promote it before it's released, but be careful about people wanting to steal your ideas. Many writers send a copy of their manuscript to their local writer's union who will seal it away for you with a date (often for a small fee) so that if a copyright issue does come up, you have a verifiable copy to show in court. I wouldn't do any promotion before you've done that. Your best bet though would be to consult a lawyer BEFORE starting your promotion. They can tell you about the copyright laws in your country and advise you on how best to protect your copyright rights.

Good luck!