Every writer, artist, coach, musician, producer and other professional producing original works of authorship fixed in a tangible medium of expression knows the importance of the copyright. However, even some of the most basic points of the protection offered by the © symbol are often unknown or misunderstood. One commonly held misconception is that a “poor man’s copyright” – the practice of sending a copy of your own work to yourself – will protect your work. The fact is, there is no provision .