Publishing economics

Licensing Deal Comparison

Compare three licensing scenarios with editable advances, royalty bases, rates, and unit-sales expectations.

Compare deal scenarios

Deal 1
Deal 2
Deal 3

How the calculation works

Total expected compensation is advance plus royalty payable after advance recoupment. The table keeps earned royalty and payable royalty distinct so an advance is not counted twice.

Compare scope as well as money

Term length, guaranteed minimums, rights, territories, audit terms, and approvals may matter, but this tool intentionally compares only the numbers you enter.

Assumptions and limits

Use one currency and enter the definitions, rates, and costs from your actual agreement, quote, or sales plan. This is a scenario calculator, not legal, tax, accounting, or commercial advice.

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