As an attorney who has helped publishers start companies, I thought I would list a few agreements (and a brief explanation) that you will need.
Operating Agreements
This agreement is administrative in nature for setting up your business either as an LLC or a corporation. Since each state has its own laws regarding setting up your business, contact a business attorney in your state.
Traditional/Hybrid Agreement
This is the agreement you think of when you think of a publisher. What is in the author contract? You'll want to figure out what book formats you'll publish, the payment structure (e.g., advance and royalties) and/or a fee structure for hybrids. Essentially, this agreement will detail how you operate from production to finished product and spells out the expectations of the author and your company.
Distribution Agreement
If you're
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