Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the Mask Off Publishing website (maskoffpublishing.com), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree, please do not use this site. These terms apply to all visitors, clients, and anyone who submits a manuscript or inquiry through this site.

2. Services

Mask Off Publishing provides book publishing services including manuscript editing, book design, publishing strategy, author coaching, and related services. Specific service terms, deliverables, timelines, and pricing are outlined in individual client agreements or service contracts. Nothing on this website constitutes a binding service agreement until a separate written contract is signed by both parties.

3. Payments and Fees

Payments for publishing services are handled offline by invoice. All fees, payment schedules, and refund terms are detailed in your individual service agreement. Mask Off Publishing does not collect payment directly through this website. If you have questions about pricing or invoicing, contact us at [email protected].

4. Intellectual Property

All content on this website — including text, images, logos, graphics, and design — is the property of Mask Off Publishing and is protected by applicable copyright and trademark laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or use any content from this site without prior written permission.

Authors retain ownership of their original manuscripts and creative work. Mask Off Publishing does not claim ownership of any manuscript submitted through this site. Rights granted to Mask Off Publishing for publishing purposes are defined in your individual service agreement.

5. Manuscript Submissions

By submitting a manuscript or writing sample through this website, you confirm that the work is your original creation and that you have the right to submit it. Mask Off Publishing will treat all submissions with confidentiality and will not share your work with third parties without your consent. Submission does not guarantee acceptance or publication.

6. User Conduct

You agree not to use this website for any unlawful purpose, to submit false or misleading information, to infringe on the intellectual property rights of others, or to attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of this site or its systems.

7. Third-Party Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience. Mask Off Publishing does not endorse or control those sites and is not responsible for their content, privacy practices, or terms. Visiting third-party links is at your own risk.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

This website and its content are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, express or implied. Mask Off Publishing does not warrant that the site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components. We reserve the right to modify or discontinue any part of the site at any time without notice.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Mask Off Publishing shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of this website or our services. Our total liability for any claim related to these terms shall not exceed the amount you paid for the specific service giving rise to the claim.

10. Governing Law

These Terms of Service are governed by the laws of the State of Louisiana, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising under these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Louisiana. Where applicable, the laws of the State of Arizona may also apply.

11. Changes to These Terms

Mask Off Publishing reserves the right to update these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms.

12. Contact

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, contact us at:

Mask Off Publishing [email protected]