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Author-ARC/Beta Reader Agreement

This agreement (the “Agreement”) is entered into as of 1/17/2025 (the “Effective Date”) by and between Martin VB. Parece II (“Author”), and [YOUR NAME] (“Reader”). Together, they may be referred to as the “Parties.”

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1. Purpose

The Author is providing the Reader with a pre-publication copy of their work, titled [WORK TITLE] (the “Work”), for the purpose of obtaining feedback, critique, and/or reviews.

2. Confidentiality

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The Reader agrees to the following confidentiality terms:

  • The Reader will not share, reproduce, distribute, or disclose any part of the Work to any third party without prior written consent from the Author.

  • The Reader understands that the Work is unpublished and protected by copyright. Unauthorized sharing or use of the Work is strictly prohibited.

  • This confidentiality obligation remains in effect indefinitely, including after the termination of this Agreement.

 

3. Feedback and Comments

The Reader agrees to provide honest feedback, critique, and/or reviews of the Work in a timely manner. By doing so:

  • The Reader grants the Author a non-exclusive, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free right to use, reproduce, publish, or modify any feedback, comments, or reviews provided by the Reader, whether publicly or privately.

  • The Reader understands that their feedback may be used for promotional purposes, such as inclusion in marketing materials, websites, or book descriptions, with appropriate attribution (e.g., "ARC Reader" or by name, as agreed upon).

 

4. Copyright

  • The Author retains all intellectual property rights, including copyright, for the Work. The Reader is not granted any rights of ownership or use beyond what is expressly stated in this Agreement.

  • The Reader acknowledges that they do not have permission to create derivative works, adaptations, or distribute the Work in any form without prior written consent from the Author.

 

5. Non-Monetary Agreement

The Reader acknowledges that this is a voluntary agreement, and no monetary compensation will be provided for reading, reviewing, or providing feedback on the Work.

 

6. Liability

The Reader agrees to indemnify and hold the Author harmless from any claims, damages, or legal actions resulting from the Reader's breach of this Agreement.

 

7. Termination

This Agreement may be terminated by either Party at any time with written notice. Upon termination, the Reader agrees to destroy all copies of the Work in their possession.

 

8. Governing Law

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Chesterfield County, Virginia, United States of America.

 

9. Entire Agreement

This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the Parties and supersedes any prior agreements, whether written or oral.

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