Author earnings
Commission model preview.
This page shows draft marketplace commission calculations. Final percentages, payout timing, refund handling, taxes, and author agreements must be chosen by the owner before author payouts are activated.
Example calculations
Commission table
| Sale type | Gross sale | Platform commission | Commission amount | Example remainder |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ebook sale | $9.99 | 20% | $2.00 | $7.99 before platform, processor, or delivery costs |
| Paperback sale | $18.99 | 20% | $3.80 | Remaining amount must cover print cost, shipping, payment fees, and author earnings |
| Service referral | $299.00 | 10% | $29.90 | Example only; final payout rules must be chosen by owner |
These are planning calculations only. They are not a final author contract, accounting rule, or legal policy.
Owner decision needed: Choose real commission percentages, payout schedule, refund reserve, payout method, author tax form process, and whether commissions apply before or after payment processing, printing, and shipping costs.