Sci-fi Author’s Estate Embroiled in Will Dispute
Source: CNN News
Andre Norton, one of science fiction’s most prolific female writers until she died three years ago, intrigued her readers by creating hundreds of fantasy worlds during her 70 years of writing.
Andre Norton, seen here in 1999, left a will that’s being disputed by her caretaker and a leading fan.
And in a decision that may have been accidental or calculated, the Ohio native left her friends and fans a final puzzle: Who should control the rights to her more than 130 books, including the popular “Witch World” series.
Like a plot out of a novel, conflicting claims have erupted over the copyrights and royalties of Norton’s work. One comes from the woman who cared for Norton in her later years, the other from a fan who contends he’s better suited to care for Norton’s literary legacy.
As courts sort out the disputes, Norton’s unpublished works are on hold, leaving collaborating authors and Norton fans eager for a resolution.
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[AP Photo: Andre Norton, seen here in 1999, left a will that's being disputed by her caretaker and a leading fan.]
Boy that’s a tough one. I can understand the fan’s claim that he would be better to suited to see her legacy is well cared for. However I would have to side with the caretaker. This person was with her everyday up until the end, so to me they would be a better judge of Mrs. Norton’s final wishes. I am, and always will be a great fan of hers, but I wouldn’t have a clue when it comes to doing what is best here. A puzzle indeed. Just have to hope for the best.
Tim