I've written a book and I need it published but I heard that if you don't get it copyrightd, the publisher or someone else can nick your story so can somone tell me how to copyright it?

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Put in the copyright sign. The circle with a "C" in the middle at the top of your first page next to your title. Usually after that you can put it at the end. But I would do that with your first submission.

There are some things a writer needs to research for himself. Don't expect others to tell you what you can find out for yourself. You can find out how to copyright your material at your local library, for free. Good writers learn do their own research.

You were misinformed. You already own the copyright and it is unlikely that the publisher will steal your idea. It doesn't work like that... in fact, you will be fortunate to simply get the attention of a publisher--not a reflection on your writing, but just saying that they are overwhelmed with submissions.

Lakely said it all. But I would also echo what the others posted here. Do your own research. Be serious and you will be taken seriously. By the way, you will be damned lucky to even have to face the problem of copyright.