Are you an author, artist, or illustrator with a new book contract? Congratulations!
If your offer is from a traditional publisher, having a thorough understanding the contract is the key to obtaining your most advantageous publishing rights. I can help you with this.
The consultation services I provide typically include:
- Thorough review of your publishing agreements (“Contract”) and any amendments (changes, additions, or updates)
- Answers to your questions regarding contract terms, obligations, options, and room for negotiation
- Clarification of contract terminology
- Clarification of copyright issues
- Guidelines for negotiating with your publisher
- Recommendations for the fairest but most advantageous:
- Permissions (the use of any previously published material in your book)
- Reversion of Rights (the return of the publishing rights to you)
- Reserve for Returns
- Territory
Services I Do NOT provide:
- I will NOT provide legal advice, but will recommend when it is time for you to seek legal counsel.
- I will NOT provide tax advice, but will recommend when it is time for you to seek advice from a financial and/or tax advisor.
Consultation Fees
Consultation fees are commensurate with the substance of your literary contract.
Call me today to see if I can be of service to you.
Hal Stewart, Literary Contract Consultant
617-887-1815
