Drafting and Negotiating Book Publishing Agreements

This program will review and discuss the fundamental clauses in book publishing agreements and the terms of art specific to the industry. The program will also review the typical points of contention between authors and publishers and discuss some of the nuances to consider when drafting and negotiating these agreements.

Presented by Jonathan Lyons Esq. of Lyons & Salky Law, LLP, this program will benefit attorneys engaged in entertainment and media law practices.

Learning Objectives:

1. Summarize the book publishing contracts process
2. Review the primary elements in a book publishing agreement
3. Analyze areas of contention between parties
4. Discuss best practices regarding the drafting and negotiating