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Robert? Can I use actual trade names in my story? November 9, 2011 2:21 pm Jeff-Wash

Greetings, Rob!
If you can reply speedily (or anyone on his behalf), letting me know if I am allowed to use trade names like, “Schw—es” in my science-fiction/steampunk story?

  • You wanted a speedy reply. by Robert 2011-11-11 13:36:10
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