The Inclusive Publishing Contract serves as a specialized agreement for publishers and authors operating within the Australian jurisdiction who are committed to making literary works accessible to all readers. This document is particularly relevant in today's publishing landscape where accessibility is both a legal requirement and a moral imperative. It incorporates provisions from key Australian legislation including the Copyright Act 1968 and Disability Discrimination Act 1992, ensuring comprehensive coverage of both traditional publishing rights and modern accessibility requirements. The contract is designed for use when publishing works that need to be available in multiple formats to serve diverse audiences, including readers requiring accessible formats. It includes detailed specifications for digital accessibility standards, rights management for various formats, and distribution requirements while protecting the interests of all parties involved.
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1. Parties: Identification of the Publisher and Author(s) with full legal names and addresses
2. Background: Context of the agreement, including brief description of the Work and commitment to inclusive publishing principles
3. Definitions: Detailed definitions of key terms including 'Work', 'Inclusive Format', 'Accessible Formats', 'Publication Date', etc.
4. Grant of Rights: Specification of rights granted to the publisher, including traditional and accessible format rights
5. Author Warranties: Author's warranties regarding ownership, originality, and right to enter agreement
6. Inclusive Publishing Requirements: Specific requirements for accessible formats, technical standards, and distribution channels
7. Manuscript Delivery: Requirements for manuscript delivery, including format specifications and accessibility considerations
8. Publication Obligations: Publisher's obligations regarding publication timeline, format requirements, and distribution
9. Royalties and Payments: Payment terms, royalty rates for different formats, and reporting requirements
10. Accessibility Standards: Detailed technical standards for accessible formats and compliance requirements
11. Marketing and Promotion: Marketing obligations including promotion through accessible channels
12. Term and Termination: Duration of agreement and conditions for termination
13. General Provisions: Standard legal provisions including governing law, notices, and entire agreement
1. Illustrations and Artwork: Required when the Work includes visual elements, specifying requirements for accessible alternatives
2. Translation Rights: Include when international rights and translations are part of the agreement
3. Educational Use: Include for works intended for educational markets, specifying additional accessibility requirements
4. Digital Rights Management: Include when specific DRM requirements exist while ensuring accessibility isn't compromised
5. Audio Rights: Include when audiobook production is part of the agreement
6. Subsidiary Rights: Include when dealing with additional rights like merchandising or adaptation rights
7. Print-on-Demand: Include when print-on-demand services are part of the publishing strategy
1. Schedule A - Work Specifications: Detailed description of the Work, including length, format, and special features
2. Schedule B - Accessibility Requirements: Technical specifications for accessible formats and compliance standards
3. Schedule C - Royalty Rates: Detailed breakdown of royalty rates for different formats and markets
4. Schedule D - Delivery Schedule: Timeline for manuscript delivery, editing, and publication
5. Schedule E - Marketing Plan: Detailed marketing strategy including accessible format promotion
6. Appendix 1 - Technical Standards: Specific technical requirements for various accessible formats
7. Appendix 2 - Distribution Channels: List of approved distribution channels for accessible formats
Relevant legal definitions
Clauses
Relevant Industries
Publishing
Education
Digital Media
Entertainment
Academic Publishing
Professional Publishing
Children's Publishing
Educational Technology
Accessibility Services
Digital Content Distribution
Relevant Teams
Legal
Rights and Licensing
Digital Production
Editorial
Accessibility and Inclusion
Operations
Content Development
Contract Administration
Digital Strategy
Author Relations
Relevant Roles
Publishing Director
Rights Manager
Accessibility Officer
Literary Agent
Contract Manager
Digital Production Manager
Legal Counsel
Content Strategist
Acquisitions Editor
Production Editor
Digital Rights Specialist
Accessibility Coordinator
Publishing Operations Manager
Copyright Manager
Digital Publishing Director
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