Can I put the (c) symbol on my work, even if I haven't filed the official paperwork? Yes, and you should. Use the symbol of the lowercase "C" inside the circle, or just (c), followed by the date the work was created to show that your work is protected. Protecting your book with a copyright is essential. When you do it is up to you, but you'll definitely want to file after publication. It will help protect your work against plagiarism and use without permission. And if you have additional questions, the U.S. Copyright Office web site or talk to an attorney.
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