Children’s Book Author Collaboration Agreement

This Author Collaboration Agreement (“Agreement”) is made and entered into as of __________________ by and between:

• Author 1 Name: __________________
• Author 2 Name: __________________

Collectively referred to as the “Authors.”

1. Purpose

The Authors wish to collaborate in jointly creating, writing, and publishing a children’s book with the working title: __________________.

2. Roles and Responsibilities

• Author 1 Responsibilities: __________________
• Author 2 Responsibilities: __________________
• Both authors agree to timely communicate and collaborate throughout the project.

3. Ownership

The Authors shall jointly own all rights, title, and interest in the Book, unless otherwise agreed in writing.

4. Copyright

The Authors agree to be listed as co-authors, and copyright will be registered in both names, unless otherwise decided.

5. Revenue and Royalties

All income from the sale, licensing, or other exploitation of the Book shall be divided as follows:

• Author 1: _______%
• Author 2: _______%

6. Expenses

Any costs incurred in the creation, publishing, or promotion of the Book shall be shared as follows:

• Author 1: _______%
• Author 2: _______%

7. Decision Making

All major decisions regarding the Book will be made jointly by both Authors.

8. Credit

The Book will be credited to both Authors as agreed upon:

• Exact credit line: __________________

9. Withdrawal/Termination

If either Author wishes to withdraw, the following process will take place:

• __________________

10. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising out of this Agreement will be resolved by:

• __________________

11. Miscellaneous

• This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties.
• Modifications must be in writing and signed by both Authors.