Ethical Dilemmas in Fanfiction Repurposing on Etsy

This chapter delves into the ethical dilemmas faced by Etsy sellers who transform free online content into profitable products, navigating the fine line between legal IP and copyright infringement. It explores the concerns of fanfic writers seeing their work monetized without consent and the protective stance taken by the community to safeguard their creations. The discussion also covers the challenges faced by original creators when their creations are stolen and sold on platforms like Etsy, along with frustrations over reporting and addressing copyright infringement.