The Publication Contract serves as the foundation for the legal relationship between authors and publishers in England and Wales. This contract type is essential when an author wishes to have their work published and distributed through a publishing house. It covers crucial aspects such as copyright provisions, royalty structures, publication timelines, and territorial rights. The document ensures compliance with the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988 and other relevant UK legislation while providing clear guidelines for both parties throughout the publication process.
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1. Parties: Identifies the publisher and author with full legal names and addresses
2. Background: Context of the agreement and brief description of the work
3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement including Work, Territory, Rights, Publication
4. Grant of Rights: Specific rights being granted to the publisher, including primary publishing rights and any subsidiary rights
5. Delivery and Acceptance: Terms for manuscript delivery, acceptance process, and revision requirements
6. Payment Terms: Royalties, advances, payment schedule, and accounting provisions
7. Publication Obligations: Publisher's commitments regarding publication timeline, format, and quality
8. Author Warranties: Author's guarantees regarding ownership, originality, and non-infringement
9. Term and Termination: Duration of the agreement and conditions for termination or reversion of rights
1. International Rights: Terms for international publication and translation rights
2. Electronic Rights: Specific terms for digital publication and distribution
3. Subsidiary Rights: Terms for additional usage rights such as film, audio, or merchandise
4. Marketing Obligations: Specific marketing commitments and author participation requirements
1. Schedule 1: Work Description: Detailed description of the work including length, format, and content specifications
2. Schedule 2: Delivery Schedule: Detailed timeline for manuscript delivery, revisions, and final submission
3. Schedule 3: Royalty Calculations: Detailed breakdown of royalty rates and calculation methods for different formats and territories
4. Schedule 4: Style Guide: Publisher's style requirements and formatting guidelines for manuscript submission
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