A major impetus for us in creating Wordeee as a cross-platform publishing platform was to give authors a leg-up, more control over their work and the opportunity to meet their full potential. One great work can set an author up for life so they can do what they love best…write.  It sounds easy right? It is not but if it can happen, subrights can go a long way in helping an author to become financially independent. Subrights have long represented an important aspect of the publishing industry, offering opportunities for authors to maximize the value of their intellectual property and broaden their reach in various markets.

So, what are Subrights and why are they important to an author? Subrights, also called subsidiary rights or ancillary rights, in the world of publishing refer to the various salable rights associated with a book that can be licensed separately from the primary rights, which typically include the right to publish and distribute the book in its original format (e.g., hardcover, paperback, eBook). Subrights encompasses a wide range of options for your intellectual property. Some common subrights include:

1. Translation Rights: The right to translate the book into different languages and publish it in those languages.
2. Foreign Rights: The right to publish a book in its original language but in countries other than in which the book was originally published.
3. Film and TV Rights: The right to adapt the book into a movie, television series, documentary, or other visual media.
4. Audio Rights: The right to produce and distribute audiobook versions of the book.
5. Serial Rights: The right to publish excerpts or serialized versions of the book in magazines, newspapers, or other periodicals.
6. Merchandising Rights: The right to create and sell merchandise based on characters, settings, or other elements from the book.
7. Performance Rights: The right to adapt the book into a stage play, radio drama, or other live performance.
8. Branding and Licensing: The right to use the book's title, characters, or other elements for branding and licensing opportunities, such as toys, games, or clothing.

In addition to generating additional revenue streams there are myriad reasons, beyond the sales of the book itself, why Subrights are desirable. 

• They can extend the lifespan of a book and continue to generate income for authors long after its initial publication.
• They can help you reach new and expanded audiences who may not have encountered the book in its original format.
• Translation rights open the door for the book to reach diverse readers both domestically as well as in different countries and cultures, expanding the book's global audience. For example, a book written in English could be translated into Spanish for a domestic Spanish speaking audience in the United States.
• Through added exposure and marketing for each new deal, your book's visibility will increase and hopefully generate great buzz.

Maximizing our long-standing industry relationships, Wordeee actively seeks subright opportunities for our authors.