Get paid for writing fanfic?

[amberdreams]

Hmmm this is interesting.  Amazon are going to set up a publishing company for fanfic writers whereby you can get paid for writing about your show.  And sign all copyright over to Amazon.  Not sure that is such a great deal.
Here's a thought provoking article looking at the pros and cons. 

Comments

[adrenalineshots.livejournal.com]

Sounds like a terrific idea to get a gigantic think-tank of ideas for stories that they can use almost for free. The fanfic writer remains a FANFIC 'writer' and gets screwed in the deal. Me no likes.

[amber1960.livejournal.com]

Yup, that's what I thought. It kind of stinks.