This comprehensive book provides model agreements, covering a variety of publishing circumstances from head contracts to a range of licensing scenarios in the UK. Together with detailed explanatory notes, a series of appendices on related topics, and a CD-ROM of all precedents, it will prove invaluable in drafting effective publishing agreements. The eighth edition has been fully revised and updated to include: coverage of UK copyright legislation and developments in the digital age relating to copyright protection and licensing * coverage of the UK's Digital Economy Bill * new society journal precedent and coverage of e-book issues * a generic precedent for a library aggregator * a new Appendix on the visually impaired * a CD-ROM containing all the precedents * completely revised and updated Appendices.