Nathan Bransford - The Forums

Hello, everyone. I'm new to this forum but not to writing. I live in a rural area with my family and critters. I mostly write about country life on my blog and fantasy/science fiction. I've also started writing some stories from my childhood. I have a fantasy novel that is complete and its sequel in...

Hello Nathan, I'm writing a novel and its sequel. I am using the names of a couple of local businesses in these books. The businesses are landmarks in the town. I have gotten verbal permission to use the names. Is it appropriate to use them? Should I get written permission? Will it effect my ability...