Terms & Conditions

Terms & Conditions

Effective Date: June 19, 2025

These Terms of Service (the "Terms") outline the rules and expectations that govern your relationship with Scurlock Publishing Company. By accessing or using our services, including but not limited to ebook development (fiction and non-fiction), editing, formatting, cover design, audiobook production, publishing support, and marketing solutions (such as social media promotion and SEO), you agree to be legally bound by these Terms. Please read them carefully.

Services We Provide

Scurlock Publishing Company offers a comprehensive suite of creative and professional services designed to help authors, entrepreneurs, and individuals bring their stories and ideas to life through high-quality ebook and audiobook production. Our services include:

  • Editing: Comprehensive editing services, including developmental editing, copyediting, and proofreading.
  • Formatting and Layout: Professional formatting for various ebook platforms (e.g., Kindle, ePub) and print-on-demand.
  • Cover Design: Custom and professionally designed ebook covers tailored to your genre and vision.
  • Audiobook Production: Services related to the production of audio versions of your books, including narration, editing, and mastering.
  • Publishing Support: Guidance and assistance with the publishing process, including platform setup and distribution.
  • Marketing Solutions: Strategic marketing support to promote your book, including social media promotion, search engine optimization (SEO), and content creation.

Project Agreements

Each project undertaken will be accompanied by a detailed proposal or service agreement outlining specific deliverables, project timelines, agreed-upon fees, payment milestones, and review processes.

Your Responsibilities

As a valued client of Scurlock Publishing Company, you agree to:

  • Provide Accurate Information: Supply accurate, complete, and timely information, materials, and feedback necessary for us to effectively perform the services.
  • Content Rights: Affirm that any materials you provide to us (such as manuscripts, stories, ideas, images, or files) are your original work, or that you have obtained all necessary licenses, permissions, and rights to use and authorize us to use such materials for your project. You agree to indemnify and hold Scurlock Publishing Company harmless from any claims of copyright infringement or intellectual property violation arising from content you provide.
  • Timely Payments: Make all payments as outlined in your contract or invoice by the agreed-upon due dates.
  • Cooperation: Cooperate with us throughout the project duration, including providing feedback and approvals promptly to avoid delays.

Payment Terms

  • Deposits: Most projects require an upfront deposit (typically 50% of the total project fee) before work commences. This deposit secures your project slot and covers initial work.
  • Milestone Payments: For larger or longer-term projects, payments may be structured into milestone payments, payable upon the completion of specific project phases.
  • Final Payment: The final payment is due upon project completion and prior to the release of the final deliverables to you.
  • Late Payments: In the event of overdue payments, we reserve the right to suspend work on your project until the outstanding balance is cleared. A late fee may be applied to overdue invoices, as specified in your proposal or invoice.
  • Refunds: Refunds are considered on a case-by-case basis and depend on the amount of work completed. Generally, full refunds are not available after significant progress has been made on a project. Any refund amount will be prorated based on the services rendered up to the point of cancellation.

Intellectual Property

  • Client Ownership: Upon full and final payment for our services, you will own all intellectual property rights to the final work specifically created for you (e.g., your finished manuscript, cover design, audiobook files), unless otherwise explicitly agreed upon in writing.
  • Company Portfolio Rights: Scurlock Publishing Company may retain the right to showcase samples or excerpts of our work (e.g., cover design, small manuscript portions) in our portfolio or marketing materials for promotional purposes, provided it does not contain sensitive or confidential information, and unless you specifically request strict confidentiality in writing beforehand.
  • Our Tools and Methods: Any tools, methodologies, templates, proprietary software, or underlying intellectual property developed or used by Scurlock Publishing Company to create your content remain our intellectual property.
  • Third-Party Content: We ensure that any third-party content (e.g., licensed stock images, fonts, music) used in your project is licensed adequately for its intended use. You are responsible for adhering to any licensing terms associated with third-party content once the project is delivered.

Confidentiality

We value your trust and are committed to protecting your sensitive information. Any private information you share with us, such as your personal story, business ideas, unpublished manuscripts, or proprietary information, will be kept strictly confidential. We will not share, disclose, or use your confidential materials for any purpose other than delivering your project services, unless we have your explicit written consent or are legally required to do so.

Termination of Services

  • Client Cancellation: You may cancel your project at any time by providing written notification to us. If you cancel after work has commenced, any refund will be determined based on the amount of work completed and expenses incurred up to the point of cancellation, as outlined in the Payment Terms section.
  • Company Termination: Scurlock Publishing Company reserves the right to terminate a contract if you violate these Terms, including but not limited to failure to make timely payments, misrepresentation of provided materials, or misuse of our delivered work. In such cases, any unpaid fees for services rendered will remain due and payable immediately.
  • Return of Materials: Upon termination, both parties agree to promptly return or securely delete any confidential materials or proprietary information belonging to the other party, upon request.

International Data Transfers and GDPR Compliance

For individuals located in the European Economic Area (EEA) and the United Kingdom (UK), Scurlock Publishing Company is committed to protecting your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the UK GDPR. While our primary operations are based in the United States, we acknowledge that we may process data of individuals residing in the EEA or the UK.

We ensure that any transfer of personal data outside of these regions is conducted in compliance with applicable data protection laws, utilizing appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or other legally recognized mechanisms.

Under the GDPR, you have enhanced rights regarding your personal data, including the right to complain to a supervisory authority, the right to data portability, and specific rights related to automated decision-making and profiling. We are dedicated to upholding these rights and ensuring your data is handled with the highest level of care and compliance.

Contacting Us

If you have any questions regarding these Terms of Service, please contact us at:

Scurlock Publishing Company

Website: www.scurlockpublishingcompany.com

Email: contact@scurlockpublishingcompany.com

Phone: 903-400-4778

Frequently asked questions

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  • How much does it cost to work with Scurlock Publishing Company?

    Pricing varies by your book's needs. As a legacy brand, Scurlock offers tailored quotes, reach out today for yours!

  • Will I still have all the rights to my book?

    Yes. You retain full rights to your work. We handle editing, design, and distribution while you keep ownership and control of your manuscript and published book.

  • Is my personal information safe with Scurlock Publishing Company?

    Absolutely. We treat your manuscript and personal data with strict confidentiality and use secure processes throughout the publishing journey.

  • Is customer care available throughout the process?

    Yes. Our team is available to guide you from first draft to final book. You'll have a dedicated point of contact so you're never left in the dark.

  • What is the timeframe for my publishing project?

    Timelines depend on scope, editing, design, and distribution all factor in. We'll give you a clear schedule at the start and keep you updated at each stage.

  • What if I'm not happy with the final result?

    We work in rounds and incorporate your feedback at every step. If something isn't right, we'll revise until you're satisfied. Your vision drives the outcome.

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