The annual Introduction to Rights Seminar, will take place at Stationers’ Hall, London.
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Join the Introduction to Rights Seminar hosted by PLS, introduced by returning speaker and host Lynette Owen, Copyright and Rights Consultant and featuring industry experts.
Don’t miss the opportunity to learn valuable tips on selling rights ahead of the London Book Fair 2024. Explore topics including the importance of rights selling, copyright fundamentals, and what rights you can sell.
Hear from industry expert speakers:
- Lynette Owen, Copyright and Rights Consultant
- Duncan Calow, Partner, DLA Piper
- Diane Spivey, Rights and Contracts Consultant
- Stephanie Purcell, Group Rights Director, Bloomsbury Publishing
Finally, get the chance to network and to engage with experts in the Ask the Experts session, with drinks from 5.00 -6.00pm.
Date and Time: 13:00 – 18:00, 11th March 2024.
Price: £90 + VAT (early bird until 26th February)
£100 + VAT (full price from 27th February)
Location: Stationers’ Hall, Ave Maria Lane, London, EC4M 7DD.
Nearest tube stations are St Paul’s (Central line), approximately 5 minutes’ walk; Blackfriars (District & Circle lines), approximately 10 minutes’ walk; Bank (Northern, Waterloo & City, Central Lines), approximately 10 minutes’ walk.
Closest bus stop is Ludgate Hill, Bus Numbers 4, 11, 15, 17, 26 and 76.
Please email comms@pls.org.uk if you have any questions or require any further information.
Programme Monday, 11th March 2024
| 13.00 – 13.05 | Welcome speech |
| 13.05- 13.15 | Why sell rights?
• 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 Lynette Owen, Copyright and Rights Consultant |
| 13.15 – 14.00 | You Can’t Sell What You Don’t Own! It’s All in the Head Contract
• 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 Duncan Calow, Partner, DLA Piper |
| 14.00 – 14.45 | Panel: What Rights CAN You Sell?
• Introducing the wide range of licensing opportunities • Which types of books are suitable? • Identifying priorities by market sector Diane Spivey, Rights and Contracts Consultant Stephanie Purcell, Group Rights Director, Bloomsbury Publishing Lynette Owen, Copyright and Rights Consultant |
| 14.45 – 15.15 | Networking Coffee Break |
| 15.15 – 16.15 | The Essentials of Rights Selling: A Step-by-Step Guide
Stephanie Purcell, Group Rights Director, Bloomsbury Publishing |
| 16.15 – 17.00 | The Complete Contract and Rights Deal Checklist
• 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 clause Diane Spivey, Rights and Contracts Consultant |
| 17.00 – 18.00 | Ask the Experts session and Networking Reception |
