Screenwriting : Book Adaptation. by Kiana K

Hi there,

Hope you all are well. Sending positive vibes during these times.

I am adapting a novel into a screenplay. I have had a few video meetings with the author of the book about quotation and credits etc. We agreed on my upfront fees and back end fees as well.

Now, I have a question about a contract.

I am asked to make a contract and MOU and email her so, she can go thru.

If we both agree and sign electronically, would that be fine?

What I am trying to understand- Is email and all form of electronic communication is valid as a contract without a lawyer in middle? Hope we never get into dispute since there is a good rapport. But I wanted to make sure.

Also, please suggest what I should not miss writing in the contract.

She is the author of a novel. and I am the screenwriter who will be adapting the novel.

I appreciate your thoughts on this pressing matter.

Thanks in advance for all your time.

Best. K