The Self-Publishing Agreement serves as a crucial legal framework for authors seeking to publish their works independently in Canada. This document becomes necessary when an author chooses to engage a self-publishing service provider rather than pursuing traditional publishing routes. It typically covers essential elements such as manuscript submission requirements, publishing services to be provided, quality standards, timelines, royalty structures, and distribution channels. The agreement must comply with Canadian federal copyright laws and provincial contract laws, providing clear terms for digital rights management and online distribution. It protects both the author's intellectual property rights and the service provider's business interests while establishing clear expectations for the publishing process.
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1. Parties: Identification of the Author and the Self-Publishing Service Provider
2. Background: Context of the agreement and brief description of the work to be published
3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement including 'Work', 'Publishing Services', 'Royalties', etc.
4. Grant of Rights: Specification of rights granted to the service provider and rights retained by the author
5. Author's Warranties and Representations: Author's guarantees regarding ownership, originality, and non-infringement of the work
6. Publishing Services: Detailed description of services to be provided including editing, formatting, distribution, etc.
7. Publication Process and Timeline: Steps involved in the publishing process and associated timeframes
8. Royalties and Payments: Payment terms, royalty rates, payment schedule, and accounting procedures
9. Author's Responsibilities: Author's obligations including manuscript delivery, revisions, and promotion
10. Quality Standards: Minimum quality requirements for the manuscript and finished product
11. Intellectual Property: Protection and handling of copyrights and other intellectual property
12. Term and Termination: Duration of the agreement and conditions for termination
13. General Provisions: Standard legal clauses including governing law, notices, and amendment procedures
1. Marketing and Promotion: Details of marketing services if the platform offers promotional support
2. Print-on-Demand Services: Include if physical book printing services are part of the agreement
3. International Distribution: Specific terms for international markets if applicable
4. Audio Rights: Terms for audiobook production and distribution if relevant
5. Editorial Services: Details of editing services if provided by the platform
6. Translation Rights: Terms for potential translation and foreign language editions
7. Author's Platform: Terms related to author's website or online presence if platform provides these services
8. Competition and Future Works: Terms regarding author's future publications if exclusivity is required
1. Schedule A - The Work: Detailed description of the book including title, length, genre, and format
2. Schedule B - Publishing Services Package: Itemized list of services included in the agreement
3. Schedule C - Fee Schedule: Detailed breakdown of all fees and charges
4. Schedule D - Royalty Rates: Comprehensive royalty structure for different formats and territories
5. Schedule E - Production Timeline: Detailed timeline for manuscript submission, editing, production, and release
6. Appendix 1 - Style Guide: Technical specifications for manuscript formatting and submission
7. Appendix 2 - Marketing Plan: Optional detailed marketing strategy and promotional activities
8. Appendix 3 - Distribution Channels: List of platforms and retailers where the book will be available
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