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Please note: This is a sample Publishing Agreement template for the United States, provided here for illustrative purposes only. Actual terms may vary depending on specific negotiations and applicable laws.
Sample Publishing Agreement (US)
Parties:
Publisher: ABC Publishing LLC
Address: 123 Publishing Lane, New York, NY 10001
Author: Jane Doe
Address: 456 Writer’s Road, Los Angeles, CA 90025
Work Description:
This agreement pertains to the publication of the author’s literary work titled “The Great Adventure,” including all related rights as specified herein.
Grant of Rights:
The author grants the publisher exclusive rights to publish, distribute, and sell the work worldwide in print, digital, and audio formats for a period of five (5) years from the date of signing.
Royalties & Payment Terms:
The publisher shall pay the author a royalty rate of 10% of net sales, payable quarterly. Advances against royalties may be negotiated separately.
Author Responsibilities:
The author agrees to deliver the final manuscript in the agreed format and to cooperate in promotional activities related to the publication.
Governing Law:
This agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of New York. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of New York County.
Additional Provisions:
- The author warrants that the work is original and does not infringe upon any third-party rights.
- This agreement may only be amended in writing signed by both parties.
- All rights not expressly granted herein are reserved to the author.
New York, ______________________
John Publisher (Publisher)
Jane Doe (Author)