Authors often contact me about where to get an example of text to put on their copyright page. Editor Chandi Lyn gave me this template for a Non-Fiction book copyright page, which you can copy and paste and update to suit your book. Your book may require less or more information than is included here.
The copyright page of your book usually appears on the back of the title page, and contains your book’s copyright notice, publisher notice, edition notice, copyright restrictions, credits, your biographical record, legal disclaimers and any third-party permissions. The following text can be centered or left aligned on the copyright page.
Publisher Information
(If you are publishing under an imprint, include Name here.
Contact information for the publisher is optional.)
Edition Notice
(“First Printing” or “Second Edition”)
Copyright © (Year Published) by (Name Here)
Cover Designer (Name Here)
Illustrator (Name Here)
Book Interior Designer (Name Here)
Editor (Name Here)
Photographer (Name Here)
ISBN number (Number Here) [Purchase here]
Library of Congress number (Info Here) [Request here]
Printed in (Country Name Here)
Author’s Note
No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, scanning, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of the author.
This publication is designed to provide accurate and authoritative information in regards to the subject matter covered. It is sold with the understanding that neither the author nor the publisher is engaged in rendering legal, investment, accounting, or other professional services. While the author has used their best efforts in preparing this book, they make no representations or warranties with respect to the accuracy or completeness of the contents of this book and specifically disclaim any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. No warranty may be created or extended by sales representatives or written sales materials. The advice and strategies contained herein may not be suitable for your situation. You should consult with a professional when appropriate. The author shall be liable for any loss of profit or any other commercial damages, including but not limited to special, incidental, consequential, personal, or other damages.
Third-Party Permissions
If you’re reprinting content under copyright from third parties, this info should appear at the bottom of your copyright page, after the Author’s Note. You must first obtain written permission from their publisher. You’ll need to contact their publisher’s rights-department in order to make this request. Keep in mind that reprinting grants are a source of revenue for publishers, so expect to be asked for payment. Here’s an example of a permission grant:
“Our deepest fear…” from A Return to Love by Marianne Williamson. Copyright © 1992 by Marianne Williamson. Reprinted by permission of HarperCollins Publishing, Inc.
Please do your due diligence to make sure that your copyright page includes the details and information that you need for publishing a book in your state/country. We accept no legal liability for the content of this copyright page. If your book is particularly complex, I suggest talking to a copyright lawyer.