Terms & Conditions

Last Updated: 08/24/2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using this website, you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. These Terms & Conditions govern your use of this website and all content, services, and products available through the site.

2. Intellectual Property Rights

2.1 Copyright Ownership

All content on this website, including but not limited to written works, articles, blog posts, stories, essays, poems, manuscripts, graphics, images, and other creative materials (collectively, “Content”), is the exclusive property of [Your Name] and is protected by United States and international copyright laws.

2.2 All Rights Reserved

Unless otherwise specified, all Content is protected by copyright and may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, displayed, published, or broadcast without the prior written permission of the copyright owner.

2.3 Limited License

You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and view the Content on this website for personal, non-commercial use only. This license does not permit you to:

  • Copy, reproduce, or distribute any Content
  • Create derivative works based on the Content
  • Use Content for commercial purposes
  • Remove or modify any copyright notices or attributions

3. Prohibited Uses

You may not use this website or its Content for any of the following purposes:

3.1 Copyright Infringement

  • Copying, reproducing, or republishing any written works without explicit permission
  • Using Content in other publications, websites, or media without authorization
  • Creating adaptations or derivative works based on the original Content
  • Claiming authorship of any Content created by [Your Name]

3.2 Commercial Use

  • Selling, licensing, or monetizing any Content without written agreement
  • Using Content for marketing, advertising, or promotional purposes
  • Incorporating Content into commercial products or services

3.3 Unauthorized Distribution

  • Sharing Content through social media, email, or other platforms without permission
  • Posting Content on other websites, blogs, or forums
  • Including Content in newsletters, compilations, or anthologies

4. Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA)

We respect the intellectual property rights of others and expect users to do the same. If you believe that your copyrighted work has been used in a way that constitutes copyright infringement, please provide me with the following information:

  • A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner
  • Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed
  • Identification of the allegedly infringing material
  • Your contact information
  • A statement of good faith belief that use is not authorized
  • A statement that the information is accurate and you are authorized to act

5. Content Submission and User-Generated Content

5.1 Submission Rights

If you submit comments, feedback, or other content to this website, you grant us a non-exclusive right to use, reproduce, modify, and distribute such content for the purpose of operating and improving the website.

5.2 User Representations

By submitting content, you represent that:

  • You own or have permission to use the content
  • The content does not infringe on any third-party rights
  • The content is not defamatory, obscene, or otherwise objectionable

6. Attribution and Fair Use

6.1 Proper Attribution

Any permitted use of Content must include proper attribution to [Your Name] and a link back to the original source on this website.

6.2 Fair Use Guidelines

Brief quotations for purposes of criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, or research may be permitted under fair use doctrine, but must:

  • Be properly attributed
  • Include a link to the original source
  • Not exceed reasonable length limits
  • Not harm the market value of the original work

7. Enforcement and Remedies

7.1 Monitoring

We actively monitor for unauthorized use of our Content across the internet and will pursue all available legal remedies for infringement.

7.2 Legal Action

Violation of these terms may result in:

  • Immediate termination of your access to the website
  • Legal action for copyright infringement
  • Claims for monetary damages and attorney fees
  • Injunctive relief to prevent further unauthorized use

7.3 Statutory Damages

Copyright infringement may result in statutory damages of up to $150,000 per work infringed, as provided under U.S. copyright law.

8. Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy, which governs how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our website.

9. Disclaimers

9.1 Content Accuracy

While we strive for accuracy, we make no warranties about the completeness, reliability, or accuracy of the Content on this website.

9.2 Website Availability

We do not guarantee that the website will be available at all times or that it will be free from errors, viruses, or other harmful components.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, [Your Name] shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of this website.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless [Your Name] from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including attorney fees) arising from your violation of these Terms & Conditions or your use of the website.

12. Governing Law

These Terms & Conditions are governed by the laws of [Your State], without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising under these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of [Your State].

13. Severability

If any provision of these Terms & Conditions is found to be unenforceable or invalid, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

14. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms & Conditions at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the website. Your continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of any modified terms.

15. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to the website at any time, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including violation of these Terms & Conditions.

16. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms & Conditions or to request permission to use Content, please contact:

Sara Ann Wallace Email: [email protected]

17. Acknowledgment

By using this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions.

This Terms & Conditions page is designed to protect the intellectual property rights of the website owner. For specific legal advice regarding your situation, please consult with a qualified attorney.