Book Writing Services Agreement

Book Writing Services Agreement
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and Service Provider: I Value Me, LLC, a NC LLC with its principal office in Gastonia, NC serving worldwide. I VALUE ME, LLC and the client will collectively be referred to as the “Parties.”
I VALUE ME LLC provides comprehensive writing services to assist emerging authors with completing their writing projects. As an accountability servicing partner, I VALUE ME LLC provides weekly structured engagement to keep writers engaged in their work and focused on their weekly tasks within the company’s 3 or 6 month writing packages. You have chosen the 3 month package which entitles you to the benefits and writing program outlined in the latter part of this contract. Please note that this contract does not include “ghost writing” or primary editorial services. The obligations between the CLIENT and I VALUE ME LLC are described and outlined within the terms of this contract:
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3 month writing package and the cost is $950 total payment. $600 deposit + $350 at completion.6 month writing package and the cost is $1,250 total payment. $800 deposit + $450 at completion.

2. Offered Referrals: When clients ask for additional help with obtaining services to launch the writing project or book, I VALUE ME LLC can offer the following services as referrals. If you are interested, please mark the service below:

Book Publisher referralsPhotographer referralsFashion referralsMakeup Artist referralsNail Artist referralsHairstylist referrals
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3. Follow Up Offered: On occasion, clients have experienced confusion or frustration regarding the book publication process. In response, I VALUE ME LLC offers additional assistance with how to navigate this process. If you are interested, please select the appropriate selection below. There is no additional cost to requesting the follow up.

1 week follow up (to check-in on customer progress with Book Publisher)1 month follow up (check-in on book publisher completion of book and printed copies ordered)
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4. TERMS OF THE AGREEMENT
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A) After the client's first initial payment has been made, I Value Me, LLC will request for all client writings along with other items requested. Writings must be typed, including all hand written and voice recorded writings, and emailed to ivaluemeruth@gmail.com.
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B) The final Rough Draft of completed manuscript in book format will not be released to the client until final payment is made. After final payment is received, I Value Me, LLC will email and mail, upon client request, the final and completed Rough Draft of their book with client final corrections approval to client most updated email and mailing address on file.
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C) Clients are required to respond to I Value Me, LLC by phone, text, email or mail within one day.
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D) Clients must write for one hour every day, Monday- Friday, and email all updated writings by Friday of every week until their book is finished and the contract is complete. Client word count should be 800 words for 1 hour a day.
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E) Clients must have all requested writings and correspondence emailed by Friday of every week.
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F) Clients must write inside a Word document or copy and paste their writings inside the document that is provided by I Value Me, LLC. Once a client writes or copies and pastes their writings inside the provided document, client must email all updated writings to I Value Me, LLC to ivaluemeruth@gmail.com by Friday of every week.
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G) If I Value Me, LLC is responsible for a customer missing a 90-day or 180-day deadline, I Value Me, LLC will extend the time lost with no extra charges from the client.
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H) If a client is responsible for missing the 90-day or 180-day deadline, I Value Me, LLC will charge an extra payment for the extension of the contract time.
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I) Any delays by the Client may affect the contract completion date.
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J) Clients can contact I Value Me, LLC by email, text, or by phone if they have any questions or concerns for any reason. I Value Me, LLC will respond within one business day.
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K) I Value Me, LLC will email and request all updated rough drafts on Saturday/Sunday of every week.
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5. Expected Timeline

Services shall be performed according to the weekly milestone schedule set forth in the applicable Work Agreement corresponding to the Client’s selected Writing Complete Package (3-Month or 6-Month).

Delays caused by either party may extend the timeline appropriately.
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6. Client Costs:

The Client is responsible for:
Book Cover Design fee*

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Book Publisher fee*

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Photography fee*

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Writing package deposit ($600 for 3-month writing package | $800 for 6-month writing package)*

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7. Specifications
Book Size: 6×9
Perfect bound: 30 to 100 pages
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8. Compensation
Accepted payment methods:
• debit/credit
• Zelle
• Cash App
• Google Pay
• Apple Pay
• PayPal
3-Month Writing Package

Total Fee: $950
Payment Schedule:
- Deposit (due at signing): $600
- Final day of contract completion day: $350
6-Month Writing Package

Total Fee: $1,250
Payment Schedule:
- Deposit (due at signing): $800
- Final day of contract completion day: $450
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Late payments may incur a 5% fee per 5-day period past due.
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9. Revisions
The Client is entitled to 5 revision rounds. Additional revisions will be billed at $100 per hour.
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Revisions must be requested within 2 days of receiving each draft.
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10. Copyright & Ownership
Upon full payment, the Client will own all rights to the final manuscript.
The Service Provider waives any future claim to ownership, royalties, or credit, unless otherwise agreed below:*

The Service Provider may display the work in a portfolio.The Service Provider will receive author/editor credit.The Service Provider may display client workOther (please specify below)
If "other", please specify:
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11. Confidentiality
The Service Provider agrees to keep all client information and manuscript content confidential and will not disclose it to third parties without written consent.

Client must consent to allow I Value Me, LLC to email book format rough draft to book publisher of client’s choice.
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I Value Me, LLC will advertise every book assisted by I Value Me, LLC on The I Value Me, LLC website and social media platforms.
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Client gives permission to use their testimonial on I Value Me, LLC website or in marketing materials and to use visuals.
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12. Termination

Either party may terminate this Agreement by providing written notice within 30 days if the other party fails to fulfill a material obligation related to the services. Upon receiving such notice, the notified party will have fourteen (14) calendar days to address and resolve the issue. Material breaches may include, but are not limited to, failure to deliver services according to agreed specifications, repeated delays, or non-payment. If this Agreement is terminated, the payment terms owed by the Client are outlined below:

If terminated by the Client:
- Before work begins: Full refund of deposit.
- After work begins: Deposit is non-refundable. Clients will pay for work completed up to termination date.

If terminated by the Service Provider:
Clients will receive a prorated refund for incomplete work.
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13. Dispute Resolution
This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of North Carolina.
In the event of a dispute, both parties agree to attempt resolution through mediation before pursuing legal remedies.
14. Warranties
- The Service Provider warrants that all work will be original.
- The Client warrants that all materials provided (photos, content, etc.) are legally theirs to use.
15. Limitation of Liability
The Service Provider shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages, including lost profits, arising out of the services provided.
16. Entire Agreement
This document constitutes the entire agreement between the Parties. Any amendments must be made in writing and signed by both Parties.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first written above.
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