Welcome to Penman Books (“Company,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). By engaging with our services, you (“Author,” “Client,” or “you”) agree to comply with the following terms and conditions. These terms constitute a binding legal agreement between you and Penman Books. Please read them carefully before proceeding with any publishing services offered by us.

1. Services Offered

Penman Books offers comprehensive publishing services, including but not limited to editing, designing, formatting, printing, marketing, and distribution. The specific scope of services shall be outlined in the agreement signed between the Author and Penman Books.

2. Author’s Warranties and Representations

By submitting your manuscript or any other material to Penman Books, you represent and warrant that:

1.1 You are the sole owner of the intellectual property rights of the submitted work, or you have obtained all necessary permissions or licenses to use third-party content included in your manuscript.

1.2 Your manuscript does not infringe upon any copyright, trademark, privacy rights, or other proprietary rights of any individual or entity.

1.3 Your manuscript does not contain defamatory, obscene, or unlawful content.

1.4 You agree to indemnify and hold Penman Books harmless from any claims, damages, or legal disputes arising from breaches of these warranties.

3. Submission and Approval Process

3.1 All manuscripts must be submitted in the format specified by Penman Books. Failure to adhere to the submission guidelines may result in delays or additional charges.

3.2 Penman Books reserves the right to review and reject any manuscript at its sole discretion if it does not meet our quality, ethical, or legal standards.

3.3 The Author shall be responsible for reviewing and approving all drafts, designs, and proofs shared during the publishing process. Failure to provide timely approvals may lead to project delays.

4. Payment Terms

4.1 All payments for publishing services shall be made in accordance with the invoice and payment schedule provided by Penman Books.

4.2 Payments are non-refundable unless otherwise specified in a separate agreement.

4.3 Delayed payments may attract additional charges or lead to suspension of services until the balance is cleared.

5. Copyright and Ownership

5.1 The Author retains full copyright of their manuscript unless explicitly transferred to Penman Books in a separate written agreement.

5.2 Penman Books reserves the right to use excerpts, cover designs, and other elements of the Author’s book for promotional purposes.

5.3 Any materials developed by Penman Books during the publishing process, such as cover designs, typesetting, and promotional content, remain the property of Penman Books unless otherwise agreed.

6. Distribution and Royalties

6.1 Distribution services will be provided as per the agreed-upon package and terms.

6.2 The Author shall receive royalties, if applicable, as per the terms outlined in the publishing agreement. Royalties shall be calculated based on net sales after deducting applicable taxes, fees, and distribution costs.

6.3 Penman Books is not liable for any third-party platform delays, technical issues, or changes in royalty structures.

7. Termination

7.1 Either party may terminate the agreement by providing written notice of 30 days.

7.2 Upon termination, all services in progress will cease. The Author may be charged for any work completed up to the date of termination.

7.3 Penman Books reserves the right to terminate the agreement immediately in cases of non-payment, breach of terms, or submission of unlawful content.

8. Confidentiality

8.1 Penman Books agrees to maintain the confidentiality of the Author’s manuscript and associated materials.

8.2 Both parties agree not to disclose any proprietary or confidential information shared during the course of the publishing agreement.

9. Limitation of Liability

Penman Books shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from:

9.1 Delays in publishing or distribution.

9.2 Errors in the final product approved by the Author.

9.3 Actions by third-party distributors, platforms, or retailers.

10. Force Majeure

Penman Books shall not be held liable for any failure or delay in performing services due to events beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, natural disasters, governmental restrictions, or technical failures.

11. Dispute Resolution

11.1 In the event of a dispute, both parties agree to resolve the matter amicably through negotiation.

11.2 If a resolution cannot be reached, the dispute shall be referred to arbitration under the rules of the [Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996]. The arbitration shall take place in [City], India, and the decision of the arbitrator shall be final and binding.

12. Governing Law

These terms and conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in [City], India.

13. Modifications to Terms

Penman Books reserves the right to modify or update these terms and conditions at any time. Authors will be notified of any significant changes. Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

Contact Us

For any questions or concerns regarding these terms and conditions, please contact us at:

Penman Books
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 8920792907