Our Terms & Conditions

Welcome to The American Publishings. These terms outline our mutual responsibilities as we work together to bring your book to life. By using our website or services, you agree to these terms.

Last Updated: 25th Aug, 2025

Please read these Terms and Conditions carefully before using our services. By engaging with The American Publishings Company, you agree to be bound by these terms.

General Terms

Services Covered: These terms apply to all services including but not limited to book publishing, editing, marketing, formatting, website development, and related offerings.

Eligibility: You must be at least 18 years old or have parental consent to use our services.

Modifications: We reserve the right to update these terms at any time. Continued use of services constitutes acceptance of changes.

Service-Specific Terms

Book Publishing Services

You warrant that your manuscript is original, does not infringe on any copyrights, and contains no illegal content.

We reserve the right to refuse service for content we deem inappropriate, defamatory, or violating intellectual property rights.

Publishing timelines are estimates and may vary based on project complexity and client responsiveness.

Book Editing Services

Editing services include developmental editing, copyediting, and proofreading as specified in your service agreement.

While we strive for perfection, we cannot guarantee error-free manuscripts. We recommend additional proofreading after layout formatting.

Client approval is required at each editing stage before proceeding to next phases.

Book Marketing Services

Marketing results may vary based on market conditions, genre, and audience receptiveness.

We cannot guarantee specific sales numbers or bestseller status.

Marketing campaigns require client-provided materials (author photos, bios, etc.) by agreed-upon deadlines.

Author Website Development

Clients maintain ownership of website content but grant us limited rights to display work in our portfolio.

Websites require client-provided content (text, images) within specified timelines.

Ongoing maintenance and hosting fees apply after the first year of service.

Blog Writing Services

We retain the right to display published blog content in our marketing materials.

Clients warrant that provided topics and references do not infringe on third-party rights.

Revisions are limited to the number specified in the service agreement.

Intellectual Property Rights

Client Rights: You retain full copyright to your original manuscript and content.

Company Rights: We retain rights to any proprietary methods, templates, or processes used in delivering services.

Third-Party Content: Clients are responsible for obtaining permissions for any third-party content included in their materials.

Payment Terms

Publishing Packages: 50% deposit required to begin work, balance due before publication

Editing Services: Payment plans available; final files delivered upon full payment

Marketing Services: Monthly billing or project-based pricing as agreed

Late Payments: Accounts over 30 days overdue may incur late fees and service suspension

Cancellation and Refund Policy

Editing Services: Cancellation within 48 hours of project start qualifies for full refund. After work begins, refunds are prorated based on completed work.

Publishing Packages: Deposits are non-refundable once pre-publication work begins.

Marketing Services: Monthly services can be canceled with 30 days written notice.

Client Responsibilities

Provide complete manuscripts and materials by agreed deadlines

Respond to queries and approvals within reasonable timeframes

Ensure accuracy of all submitted information

Maintain backup copies of all materials

Limitation of Liability

Our maximum liability for any claim is limited to the amount paid for services

We are not liable for indirect damages, lost profits, or unpublished works

Clients assume all risk associated with book sales and market reception

Dispute Resolution

Parties agree to mediate disputes before pursuing legal action

Virginia law governs these terms and conditions

Legal actions must be filed within one year of the claim arising

Termination of Services

We may terminate services if:

Client breaches these terms

Non-payment of fees

Unreasonable demands or harassment of staff

Illegal or unethical content discovered

Force Majeure

We are not liable for delays caused by circumstances beyond our control, including but not limited to:

Natural disasters

Internet outages

Supplier failures

Pandemics or government restrictions

Contact Information

For questions about these Terms and Conditions, contact us at:

  • info@theamericanpublishings.com
  • (855) 361-3348

By using our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.

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