Definition: In the context of writing, an "editorship" refers to a special type of contract or agreement that allows a writer to retain ownership of their work once it has been published. This means that if the book is not commercially successful, the author retains full control over its publication and can choose whether or not to publish it again. The term "editorship" was first used in the early 20th century by the American novelist William Faulkner, who described his contract with a publisher
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