The ASA is thrilled to publish our new Model Literary Agent Agreement Between Author and Agent, which for the first time includes clauses about generative AI, including a sample schedule of permitted AI uses. This resource will give you the information you need to negotiate with confidence.

If you have been offered a contract by a literary agent, this template agreement will provide a useful guide for understanding and negotiating a fair deal. Alternatively, it can be used as a model to create your own contract, with sections to adapt highlighted throughout. Explanatory notes about legal and publishing terms, including information on the emerging standards around generative AI, can be found throughout the document.

The Model Literary Agent Agreement is available for download from the Resources section of our website. Please note, to access the discounted member price, you will need to be logged into your ASA account when you make your purchase. 

If you have a specific question about literary agents, or any other aspect of the publishing industry, submit an enquiry through our Member Advice Service. And if you have an agent agreement you need reviewed, book a contract review with our bespoke subsidiary law firm Authors Legal. 

If you are looking to find representation, you can find a list of Australian literary agents under the ‘Who’s who of the Australian book industry’ category in our comprehensive Book Industry Directory, or pitch to an agent at one of our Virtual Literary Speed Dating events!