On Thu, 31 Aug 2006, Zorknot wrote:

I understand the position, and since it seems to be the prevailing one 
I'll try to make more formal disclaimers when I post to the FFML in the 
future, but here's my view on the issue, if it can be called an issue:

1.Regardless of whether a disclaimer exists or not, fanfiction is still, 
technically, illegal.

Partially true.  Not all authors condemn fanfic.  Fanfiction in the 
universe of an author who does ban it is also banned on the list.

3. Therefore the disclaimer is a courtesy, rather than a necessity. A 
way of saying "Thank you for not suing me!" In advance, by acknowledging 
where some portion of the credit lies.

You've nailed it.  It's a courtesy.  So be courteous about it.


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