The Creative Shield Vol I
Available now for Kindle pre-sale at $4.99 (regular price $9.99)
Full release July 15 — Kindle and Paperback
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The Creative Shield: The Artist’s Guide to Copyrights, Trademarks & Brand Monetization Vol I is a practical guide for artists, entrepreneurs, and independent creators who want to protect what they make and understand how to turn their ideas into lasting assets.
Written by attorney and publisher Zamani Thomas, the book breaks down the essentials of copyright, trademark, and brand monetization with clarity and real-world examples.
What you will learn Inside:
- How to lock down your copyrights and trademarks
- Ways to license your work without giving up control
- How to navigate contract and AI-generated content
- Strategies to fight back against infringement of your IP
Whether you’re designing for clients, building a brand, licensing your work, or preparing to publish, The Creative Shield Book Series helps you approach intellectual property with clarity and confidence. It covers the tools you need to claim ownership of your creations, navigate common legal pitfalls, and build a creative business that lasts.
Preview The Creative Shield Vol I

This first volume focuses on protecting the foundation: your name, content, and brand identity. It’s more than legal information; it’s a mindset for creative ownership, delivered in clean language, with real-world relevance, and accompanied by a curated toolkit of forms, templates, and strategic insights.