Okay to share writing without creator's permission?

Is it ever okay to share another writer's work without their express permission? Do you it's okay to enter a writer's work in a contest without their prior consent? For the writers in the group, do you consider your writing to be a sacred, private thing?

 

Well, copyright and free use when it comes to sharing or reprinting work has fairly defined limits about what is and isn't permissible.

I've not been in the situation, but I would like to think I would ask for permission first before sharing. Also, I really don't think it is acceptable to enter their work without them knowing.

 

That's what I though Bookangel. It's only common courtesy to get permission before using anyone's work, copyrighted or not. Encourage the person to submit their work themselves.

 

If the author is going to have to deal with the results, it only seems fair to make sure they consent first. This is especially true of awards that require the winner to undertake PR duties or give up the use of their likeness.

 

I feel like they do this sort of thing a lot on television and movies, which makes it seem okay and like a good idea. I don't really think it is in reality, even without the legal issues that could arise. I think writing is a private experience and not everyone writes for other people to read, you know?

 

Personally, I would be pretty miffed if someone took it upon themselves to enter my work into a contest or for publication without my knowledge. Partially because something can always be polished beforehand, but mainly because it's my work and I get to decide what happens to it.

Ellie Jane, is that something you've experienced?