Introduction to Rights

Arrival

Welcome Speech

Andy Ventris, Event Director, The London Book Fair 

Lynette Owen, Copyright and Rights Consultant

Why Sell Rights?

Lynette Owen, Copyright and Rights Consultant

• Why licensing should be a key part of your publishing strategy
• Uncovering new streams of income
• Benefits of effective rights selling for authors and publishers

You Can't Sell What You Don't Own! It's All in the Head Contract

Duncan Calow, Partner, DLA Piper

• The fundamentals of copyright that you need to be aware of 
• Ensuring you are granting licences within the confines of the law 
• Common problems and pitfalls for beginners 

What Rights CAN You Sell?

Diane Spivey, Rights and Contracts Consultant

Stephanie Purcell, Group Rights Director, Bloomsbury Publishing

Lynette Owen, Copyright and Rights Consultant

• Introducing the wide range of licensing opportunities
• Which types of books are suitable
• Identifying priorities by market sector

Coffee Break

Join other attendees and discuss today’s sessions

The Essentials of Rights Selling: A Step-By-Step Guide

Stephanie Purcell, Group Rights Director, Bloomsbury Publishing

• The practicalities of selling rights
• Bookfairs and sales meetings
• Rights selling during the pandemic
• Effective pitching of your works
• Closing a deal 

The Complete Contract and Rights Deal Checklist

Diane Spivey, Rights and Contracts Consultant

• The basics to consider when negotiating a rights sale
• Checklist of questions to ask when finalising a deal
• Fundamentals of a sub-licensing contract
• Checklist and explanation of key clauses

Ask the Experts' Session and Networking Reception

Join Lynette, Diane, Duncan, and Stephanie after the conference to ask your burning rights questions.