New York, New York - The HarperCollins Union (HCPU) landed a huge victory as they have finally reached a tentative agreement with the publishing company after being on strike without pay for 66 days.

The union, also known as the United Auto Workers (UAW) Local 2110, tweeted the news on Thursday, thanking their many allies for their support.

According to The New York Times, the agreement includes an increase to the minimum wage for many jobs at the company, and a one-time $1,500 bonus to members of the union.

The agreement was made by representatives of both the union and the company, and facilitated by a federal mediator.

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The HCPU began their strike in November, and continuously held protests and rallies outside the company's headquarters amongst other locations, including a rally at the News Corporation building last week.

Union members had asked for a new contract that included a livable wage starting at $50,000 per year, union security rights, and a further commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.

NYC Comptroller Brad Lander, who has attended and spoken at HCPU rallies and protests, shared a congratulatory message to the union for their huge victory, noting his admiration for their "guts & solidarity."

"Glad that the only (currently) unionized book publisher now has an agreement with its workers," he added.

The agreement still has to be ratified by the union's members, but if it passes, the measures will remain in place until the end of 2025.