After obtaining copyright protection for their works, authors can enjoy several benefits1.

 After obtaining copyright protection for their works, authors can enjoy several benefits¹. Some of these benefits include:

1. Legal Protection: Copyright provides authors with exclusive rights over their work, such as the right to reproduce, distribute, and display their work. This protection allows authors to control how their work is used and to take legal action against anyone who infringes on those rights².

2. Economic Incentive: Copyright gives authors the ability to earn income from their creations. By controlling the publication, distribution, and sale of their work, authors can profit from their creative efforts. This economic incentive encourages authors to continue producing original content³.

3. Control over Licensing: With copyright, authors have the right to grant licenses to others to use their work. This allows authors to negotiate and enter into agreements with publishers, libraries, or other entities who may be interested in using or distributing their work².

4. Recognition and Protection against Plagiarism: Copyright provides authors with recognition and credit for their creations. It allows authors to enforce their right to be acknowledged as the original creator of the work and to object to any derogatory treatment or instances of plagiarism⁴.

It's important for authors to be aware of their rights and to consider registering their copyright with the relevant copyright office in their country. By registering their copyright, authors can gain additional benefits, such as a public record of ownership and the presumption of validity when it comes to copyright disputes⁵.

Please note that it is always advisable to consult with a legal professional or copyright expert for specific guidance on copyright matters.

Sources:

1. U.S. Copyright Office. "What Writers Should Know about Copyright". source ↩

2. U.S. Copyright Office. "What is Copyright?". source ↩ ↩²

3. Copyright Alliance. "What Writers Need to Know About Copyright Law". source ↩

4. Self-Publishing Advice. "The Ultimate Guide to Copyright for Authors". source ↩

5. Boardman Clark. "The Benefits of Copyright Registration". source ↩