Is it OK to read books on YouTube?

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Is it OK to read books on YouTube?

Reading a book aloud publicly (such as on a YouTube video) is an infringement of the author’s copyright, assuming the book is still under copyright protection.

Should I read a book or watch YouTube?

Reading presents more objective and descriptive information. Watching videos mostly presents subjective information but is more efficient and convenient. For an objective and more descriptive information, reading is the better choice.

What is the most important reason to read a novel?

Reading is good for you because it improves your focus, memory, empathy, and communication skills. It can reduce stress, improve your mental health, and help you live longer. Reading also allows you to learn new things to help you succeed in your work and relationships.

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Is it legal to read books on YouTube?

Other than that, if you simply want to read out books and make a YouTube video out of it, it is not acceptable as per the terms of service. This is because books are intellectual property protected by copyright and thus you cannot reproduce them in any way without due permission from the owners.

Can I make a video from a book I have published?

If the book is still under copyright, you would need to get the permission of the rights-holder, which in this case (making a video) would most likely be the publisher, yes.

Is it a copyright violation to read a book without permission?

Yes. Whether someone would sue you over it is another question, but yes, absolutely, without question, if the book has a current (not expired) copyright, reading it as performance without written permission by the rights holder is a violation. This is *exactly* what copyright law exists for. And no note in the book is needed.

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Is it possible to download books from Grammarly?

Download Grammarly now. No, you cannot do so. If you need to make an audio book, it has to be your original work. Other than that, if you simply want to read out books and make a YouTube video out of it, it is not acceptable as per the terms of service.