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Originally Posted by Joshchisox08
Well Steve,
I have about 4 pages written 
All of which I'm unsure about. They're in my own words but it's things I've done research on. So it's safe to say I have no clue if that's copyright infringement or not. Most of the information I've learned about from reading SABR biographies. Then wrote the facts in my own wording. |
I've worked on many historiography works from 1,000 to 350,000 words as both a writer and researcher. As far a plagiarism goes, as long as your writing is in your own words *and* you properly cite any sources you use and take information from you should be okay. The key is to track down as many primary and first hand sources as you can. Especially if you are writing about a player or event, nothing can beat information that comes directly from time or people involved. Secondary sources (SABR publications for example) are great resources, however make sure to always take onto account the agenda and purpose of every secondary source you use. Finally remember that any story is worth telling if it's either never been told before or can be told in a new way or from a new voice. If it's the same story told before with just a new rearrangement of words, you have to ask if it's worth the effort of writing.
Good luck and enjoy the journey.