Welcome

Welcome to Lilian Roemy's website ("we," "our," or "us"). These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our website at lilianroemy.com (the "Site") and all related services provided by Lilian Roemy.

By accessing or using our Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Site.

Use of Our Website

Permitted Use

You may use our Site to:

• Browse and read content about our books and writing
• Subscribe to our newsletter
• Contact us with questions or comments
• Purchase our books through authorized third-party retailers
• Share our content on social media (with proper attribution)

Prohibited Use

You may not:

• Use our Site for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any laws
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Copy, reproduce, or distribute our copyrighted content without permission
• Upload malicious code, viruses, or harmful content
• Harass, abuse, or harm other users or us
• Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) without permission
• Impersonate us or misrepresent your relationship with us

Intellectual Property Rights

Our Content

All content on this Site, including but not limited to:

• Book excerpts, summaries, and descriptions
• Blog posts and articles
• Images, graphics, and logos
• Website design and layout
• Author photographs and biographical content

...is owned by Lilian Roemy and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

Your Content

When you submit content to our Site (comments, messages, etc.), you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, display, and distribute that content in connection with our Site and marketing efforts.

You represent that any content you submit:

• Is original or you have permission to share it
• Does not violate any third-party rights
• Is not defamatory, offensive, or inappropriate

Book Purchases and Third-Party Services

Third-Party Retailers

We may provide links to third-party book retailers (Amazon, Barnes & Noble, etc.). These purchases are governed by the retailer's terms and policies, not ours. We are not responsible for:

• Order fulfillment or shipping
• Refunds or returns
• Customer service issues
• Pricing errors or disputes

Affiliate Links

Our Site may contain affiliate links. We may earn a commission if you purchase books through these links, at no additional cost to you.

Newsletter and Communications

Email Subscriptions

By subscribing to our newsletter, you consent to receive:

• Book announcements and updates
• Blog post notifications
• Special offers and promotions
• Author news and events

Unsubscribing

You can unsubscribe at any time by:

• Clicking the unsubscribe link in any email
• Contacting us directly
• Updating your preferences (if available)

User Comments and Interactions

Comment Policy

We welcome respectful discussion on our blog posts. Comments must:

• Be relevant to the topic
• Use appropriate language
• Respect other users and the author
• Not contain spam, advertising, or promotional content

We reserve the right to moderate, edit, or remove comments that violate these guidelines.

Social Media

When engaging with us on social media platforms, you agree to follow both our guidelines and the platform's terms of service.

Disclaimers and Limitations

Content Accuracy

While we strive for accuracy, we make no warranties about:

• Completeness or accuracy of information
• Availability of the Site
• Compatibility with your devices or software

Book Content

Our books are works of fiction. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental.

No Professional Advice

Content on our Site is for entertainment and informational purposes only and should not be considered:

• Professional advice (legal, financial, medical, etc.)
• Recommendations for personal decisions
• Endorsements of third-party products or services

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law:

• We are not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
• Our total liability shall not exceed $100 or the amount you paid us (if any)
• We are not responsible for technical issues, data loss, or service interruptions
• We are not liable for actions of third-party retailers or service providers

Privacy and Data Protection

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

Copyright and DMCA

Copyright Infringement

We respect intellectual property rights. If you believe your copyrighted work has been infringed on our Site, please contact us with:

• Your contact information
• Description of the copyrighted work
• Location of the alleged infringement
• Statement of good faith belief that use is not authorized
• Statement that the information is accurate
• Your physical or electronic signature

Our Copyright Protection

Our books and content are protected by copyright. Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or publication is prohibited and may result in legal action.

Modifications to Terms

We may update these Terms periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with a new "Last Updated" date. Continued use of our Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

For significant changes, we may:

• Send email notifications to newsletter subscribers
• Post prominent notices on our Site
• Provide reasonable advance notice

Termination

We may terminate or restrict your access to our Site at any time, without notice, for:

• Violation of these Terms
• Harmful or illegal activity
• Abuse of our services or other users
• Any reason at our sole discretion

Governing Law and Disputes

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of Virginia, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Dispute Resolution

We prefer to resolve disputes informally. Please contact us first to try to resolve any issues.

If informal resolution is not possible:

• Disputes will be resolved through binding arbitration
• Arbitration will be conducted under American Arbitration Association rules
• Arbitration will take place in Virginia
• You waive your right to participate in class action lawsuits

Exceptions to Arbitration

Either party may seek relief in court for:

• Intellectual property disputes
• Claims of piracy or unauthorized use
• Requests for injunctive relief

Contact Information

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding use of our Site.