Contest Rule: Waiver of All Rights?

Question

Does waiving of all rights mean that I can't reprint my materials in my own book someday?I'm a little nervous on giving up all my rights on anything.
"Waiver of Rights: Submission of materials to Ultimate Contest Inc. per this contest constitutes a total and complete waiver of all copyright, trademark and other intellectual property rights to those materials, and contest entrant acknowledges that Ultimate Contest Inc. and any affiliated or licensed entities are free to publish, disseminate and distribute said materials in whole or part by any means, including but not limited to publication in information-products sold for profit. Further, that Ultimate Contest Inc. and its affiliated or licensed entities and/or individuals associated with such entities are free to critically comment on and express opinions regarding said materials without any liability whatsoever. There is no term on this waiver of rights; it is permanent, in perpetuity, and may not be rescinded or modified by entrant

Answer 1

yes

Answer 2

I would not take advantage of that offer if I were you. No, you cannot reprint it and it gives them the authority to do rewrites and then sell it.

You're better off to go onto iUniverse.com, and get into their agreement for $99.00. You maintain copyright and all rights. They will put it for sale on Amazon.com, Borders.com etc...and you can purchase at a steep discount and go out on book-signings for yourself.

I would also make certain that I copyrighted the book with the U.S. Copyright offices in Washington. It's only about $25 and you can e-mail them and they will send you the forms, then send the paperwork with your copyright number.