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How to fill out the Literary Agent Agreement online
Filling out the Literary Agent Agreement is an essential step in establishing a professional relationship between authors and their agents. This guide offers clear, step-by-step instructions to help you complete this form accurately and efficiently.
Follow the steps to fill out your Literary Agent Agreement online:
- Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the Literary Agent Agreement and open it in your preferred editor.
- Read the agreement carefully to familiarize yourself with its terms and conditions. Ensure you understand the key components, including the responsibilities of both the author and the literary agent.
- Fill in the first section with the date of agreement, the names of both parties, and the literary works that are being represented. Be specific about the types of works, such as books, articles, or others listed.
- In the 'Scope' section, ensure that the agent is appointed as the exclusive representative in negotiating rights for your literary works. Double-check for accuracy in representation.
- Review the 'Obligations' section to complete any necessary information regarding the author’s consent for offers and the scope of representation.
- In the 'Term' section, confirm or adjust the initial term of one year mentioned in the agreement, including any information about automatic renewals.
- Complete the 'Commission' section, ensuring the percentages and conditions for commissions are accurately represented. This includes understanding any co-agent commissions.
- Fill out the 'Expenses' area where author expenses that the agent may incur should be noted. Specify if any particular expenses need addressing.
- In the 'Audit' section, detail the rights for auditing agent's accounts, ensuring compliance and transparency in financial matters.
- Lastly, ensure both parties sign the agreement. Once completed, both should retain a copy for their records. You may save changes, download, print, or share the agreement as needed.
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While there are a few exceptions, the most common commission for a literary agent is 15%. If an agent places a book with a publisher and negotiates a $25,000 advance, that agent will take out their 15% (or $3,750) and send the rest (or $21,250) to their client.
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