A Royalty Agreement is an agreement between a writer and a publisher in which the publisher agrees to pay a set sum as royalties for the publication and reproduction of a composition. In this agreement the writer grants the publisher numerous rights including the use of his/her name, photograph or likeness and any biographical information. This agreement specifically sets forth how royalties are calculated and when they will be paid. Having a well-written Royalty Agreement will prove invaluable in the event of disagreements or legal action.

Among others, these important provisions are included in this Agreement:

• Parties to the Agreement: This provision contains the identity and names of the parties entering into the agreement;
• Assignments: The intellectual property rights the writer transfers to the publisher;
• Compensation: This provision sets forth the terms of compensation;
• Representations and Warranties: The composer’s representations and warranties to the composition which are transferred to the publisher.

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1. General Information
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3. Royalty Agreement for use in Australia

Law Compliance: This form complies with the state and territory laws of Australia