1. Overview
These Terms & Conditions govern your use of the Peony Publishing website and any services, programs, or collaborations offered.
By accessing this website or engaging with our services, you agree to these Terms.
Nothing in these Terms excludes, restricts, or modifies any rights you may have under the Australian Consumer Law (ACL).
2. Services
Peony Publishing provides services including:
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Hybrid publishing
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Mentorship programs (including The Magnetic Author Method)
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Multi-author collaborations
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Educational content and resources
All services are delivered with reasonable care and skill in accordance with Australian Consumer Law.
3. Use of Website
You agree to use this website lawfully and respectfully.
You must not:
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Copy or reproduce content without permission
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Interfere with website functionality
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Use the site in a way that may harm the business or other users
All content remains the property of Peony Publishing unless otherwise stated.
4. Intellectual Property
All website content (including copy, branding, and design) is owned by Peony Publishing.
You may not reproduce or use content for commercial purposes without written consent.
5. Client Work & Ownership
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Clients retain ownership of their manuscripts and published works
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Peony Publishing does not claim copyright over client content
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Additional agreements may apply for specific services (e.g. collaborations)
6. Payments & Refunds
All pricing and payment terms are disclosed prior to engagement.
Due to the nature of our services:
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Payments are generally non-refundable once work has commenced, unless required under Australian Consumer Law
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Payment plans must be completed as agreed
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Services may be paused if payments are not maintained
Under the ACL, you may be entitled to a remedy if services are not delivered with due care and skill.
7. Results Disclaimer
We do not guarantee specific results, including:
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Book sales
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Business growth
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Income generation
Outcomes depend on your actions, audience, and external factors.
8. Third-Party Links
This website may link to third-party platforms (e.g. Amazon).
We are not responsible for:
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Their content
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Their terms or privacy practices
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Transactions made on those platforms
9. Limitation of Liability
To the extent permitted by law:
Peony Publishing is not liable for indirect or consequential loss arising from:
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Use of this website
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Participation in services
This does not exclude rights under Australian Consumer Law.
10. Project-Specific Agreements
Some services may require separate agreements outlining:
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Scope
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Responsibilities
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Payment terms
These agreements take precedence where applicable.
11. Changes to Terms
We may update these Terms at any time. The current version will always be available on this website.
12. Contact