Literary estates

A literary estate refers to the collection of a deceased author's rights, works, and intellectual property managed after their death. This estate typically includes manuscripts, unpublished works, rights to publish or adapt their writings, and sometimes financial assets. The estate is usually managed by an appointed executor or a team, who ensure the author's works are preserved, licensed, and published appropriately. Managing a literary estate helps protect the author's legacy, generate ongoing income, and decide how and when their works are shared with the public.