A Los Angeles Literacy agent tells British newspaper The Sunday Times, "The first to produce the book could make $1 million, especially if they convict Jackson. "And even if they clear him, the public will want to know why."

Under Californian law the jurors are obliged to remain silent for 90 days after the verdict - however this rule is not always enforced, raising speculation over whether these prospective book deals could give some jurors an interest in dragging out proceedings. Jackson, 46, has pleaded not guilty to charges of child molestation, administering an intoxicating agent and conspiracy involving allegations of child abduction, false imprisonment and extortion.