Author Archives: Ed Battistella

About Ed Battistella

Edwin Battistella’s latest book Dangerous Crooked Scoundrels was released by Oxford University Press in March of 2020.

Ghost Developing

Posted on June 23, 2012 by Ed Battistella

Ghost writing has been extensively researched. However, what could be categorized as “ghost writing” in other industries? There are large corporations who are under a singular name but have many employees, so it’s hard to understand what to categorize as … Continue reading →

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Karla Geigle Interviews Kelsey Clark of Second Best

Posted on June 22, 2012 by Ed Battistella

Kelsey Clark is a  Music Business major studying at Southern Oregon University while recording her own music and playing in a local band. Karla Geigle: Have you had any previous experience with publishing? Kelsey Clark: I personally have not, but … Continue reading →

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Copyright or Copywrong: Who’s right in the legal battle of fan creations?

Posted on June 21, 2012 by Ed Battistella

Note: This is a neutral commentary on the creation of fan works! I strongly encourage you to use this information and other sources to create your own opinion. No one thinks deeply on the nuances of publishing and copyright until … Continue reading →

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The Future of Books and Reading

Posted on June 19, 2012 by Ed Battistella

The presentation of the HD Reader, along with the growing significance of audiobooks–which have been around for much longer–leads us to a natural question: what is reading? Does it include these new technological steps where we listen and imagine instead … Continue reading →

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