Re: My week is Go-o---o--i-----nn--g

> Well, It's been a very busy week for me so far, but...
> I did make a phone call to get info for a story I'm working on.  (research)
> The man I spoke with told me to call him back and we would give me real names
> of people and places to use  in my story.
> The question is, can I use a living person's name without their permissions
> as long as I don't slander them?  Such as, using a person as a prop like:
> Yeah, I even played with Joe Montana and he gave me some real good pointers.
> Something on that order..
> Would Lary Crews have any info on that?  What about Steve Bull??
> Thanks to any who respond.

     Patti,

     I think Lary Crews did write something up about the use of real names
and places in writing.  I'll look it up and maybe use it in the July issue.
I think it's best to stay away from using people's names if you can but I did
use the name of a singing group in my novel.  I know that in some cases, you
have to pay to use the name and likeness of famous people.
     Think back to a column that Steve Bull wrote about who would be good to
invite to Thanksgiving dinner.  He used the names of several well known
people and so far we haven't been served any papers. ;-)

          Rhia

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