An advance is usually 1/3 of the first print run total royalties. For example, if a book has a print run of 5000 copies and will be sold at $14.95 and the author is to receive 10% royalties, the total sum payable to the author if all copies are sold is $7475 (10% x $14.95 x 5000).
Mayo Clinic researchers have found that a sometimes deadly stomach bug, Clostridium difficile, is on the rise in outpatient settings. Clostridium difficile is a serious bacteria that can cause symptoms ranging from diarrhea to life-threatening inflammation of the colon.
Quick Answer. Symptoms of a stomach bug or flu typically last from one to three days, according to WebMD, though they may last longer in some cases. Healthline indicates that some forms of stomach viruses may show symptoms for up to 10 days. Cramps, diarrhea and vomiting are the most severe symptoms.