Last updated: October 1, 2025
Welcome to Tate Publishing. These Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of tatepublishing.org (the “Website”) and the services provided by Tate Publishing (also “we”, “us”, “our”). By accessing or using the Website or services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, do not use the Website or services.
1. Services
1.1 Scope of Services
We provide ghostwriting, editorial, publishing consulting, book proposal writing, and related services (“Services”) as described on our service pages.
We reserve the right to modify or discontinue any service at any time.
1.2 Acceptance & Agreement
When you place an order (via contact form, email, or other method), you agree to these Terms along with any service‑specific agreement or contract you sign with us.
1.3 Revisions
We offer revisions as described in your service agreement. You must submit revision requests within the timeframe specified. Revisions outside that timeframe or outside the scope may incur additional fees.
2. Client Obligations & Representations
2.1 Accurate Information
You agree to provide accurate, complete, and timely information, materials, and instructions necessary for the performance of our services.
2.2 Compliance with Law
You represent that your order and use of our outcomes will comply with all applicable laws (copyright, libel, defamation, privacy, etc.).
2.3 Use of Delivered Work
Delivered work is intended for personal use, as a model, draft, or reference. You are responsible for how the work is used. If used in a submission or published work, you should ensure proper citation or necessary permissions.
3. Payment & Fees
3.1 Quotation & Deposit
We will quote a price based on scope, word count, complexity, and deadline. A deposit may be required before work begins.
3.2 Final Payment
Final payment is due upon delivery or per milestones as agreed. Work will be released to you only after full payment is received (unless otherwise agreed).
3.3 Late Payment & Nonpayment
Late payments may incur interest or suspension of services. In case of nonpayment, we reserve rights to take collections or legal steps.
4. Refunds & Cancellations
4.1 Cancellation by You
You may cancel before work begins. If work has begun, cancellation may incur fees proportional to work completed to that point.
4.2 Refund Policy
Refunds are granted at our discretion and as specified in your service agreement. Certain services (e.g. custom writing) may have limited refund eligibility.
4.3 Disputes
If you dispute the delivered work, you must notify us within [X days]. We will attempt to resolve via revision or mediation rather than outright refund.
5. Intellectual Property & Licensing
5.1 Ownership Before Payment
Until full payment is made, we retain ownership of all drafts and work product.
5.2 License Upon Payment
Upon full payment, we grant you a nonexclusive, perpetual license to use the final deliverable for your intended purpose (publication, distribution, etc.).
5.3 Moral Rights & Attribution
We may retain moral rights or attribution rights (unless waived in writing).
5.4 Use of Client Materials
You grant us license to use any materials you provide (text, data, media) for fulfilling the service. You retain copyright in your materials.
6. Confidentiality & NDAs
6.1 Confidential Information
Both you and we agree to maintain confidentiality of all nonpublic materials, drafts, business info, methods, and client identity.
6.2 NDA Option
If a nondisclosure agreement (NDA) is agreed, we will abide by its terms in addition to these Terms.
7. Warranties & Disclaimers
7.1 No Guarantee of Results
We do not guarantee specific outcomes (sales, rankings, awards). Success depends on many external factors.
7.2 Standard of Care
We commit to perform services with reasonable professional skill and care.
7.3 Disclaimer of Other Warranties
Except where prohibited by law, all other warranties (express or implied) are disclaimed, including merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
8. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, our liability for any claim arising from or relating to use of our services or the Website is limited to the total amount you paid us for those services. In no event will we be liable for consequential, incidental, special, punitive, or indirect damages, even if advised of the possibility.
9. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Tate Publishing, its agents, employees, contractors, and affiliates from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from:
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your violation of these Terms,
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your misuse of delivered work,
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your failure to comply with applicable laws,
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claims by third parties related to your materials or instructions.
10. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution
10.1 Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of [State/Country] (specify jurisdiction).
10.2 Dispute Resolution
Disputes should first be attempted to resolve via negotiation or mediation. If unresolved, allowed courts in the governing jurisdiction will have exclusive resolution authority.
11. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify or update these Terms at any time. The “Last updated” date will reflect changes. Your continued use after the update denotes acceptance of the new Terms.
12. Miscellaneous
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Severability: If a term is held invalid, the rest remain in force.
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Waiver: Failure to enforce a right does not waive it.
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Force Majeure: We are excused for delays caused by events beyond our reasonable control (acts of God, war, etc.).
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Assignment: You may not assign your rights under these Terms without written consent.
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Entire Agreement: These Terms, plus any service contract or agreement, constitute the entire agreement between you and us.