User talk:Novyigod

Tanya Grotter
Sorry, but those links are almost certainly in breach of WP:LINKVIO (linking to works in breach of copyright). Gordonofcartoon (talk) 13:17, 26 January 2010 (UTC)

The author and the translator are under the impression that it would be a breach of copyright only if the English translations are for profit. However, the links cited are in the public domain and the translations are free for download. Besides, the page already mentions the availability of the English translations on the author's site. Novyigod (talk) 15:13, 26 January 2010 (UTC)
 * I know the copyright is fine within Russia; but to link from other places where copyright hasn't been granted comes under "contributory infringement", and it's part of Wikipedia's link policies not to do that. Not-for-profit isn't a reason for exemption. Just to be sure, I've asked for advice at the copyright noticeboard. Gordonofcartoon (talk) 19:09, 26 January 2010 (UTC)
 * Thanks. I'll remember that. I'm still new at this. Novyigod (talk) 20:27, 26 January 2010 (UTC)
 * Thanks also - and sorry. My personal view is that the copyright situation over these books stinks (I thought the outcome of the Grotter case was very unjust). But I'm virtually certain that these links are out for Wikipedia. Gordonofcartoon (talk) 00:07, 27 January 2010 (UTC)
 * I am sure both the author and the translator will be heartened by your personal view. The translations are out there, those who seek will find them. Novyigod (talk) 10:30, 27 January 2010 (UTC)