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.
How long does the flu last? Stomach bugs typically aren't serious, though there are risks of dehydration, WebMD states. Infants and the elderly face greater risks from stomach bugs. Nausea, headaches, fevers and sore muscles are other possible symptoms with a stomach virus, according to Healthline.