TERMS AND CONDITIONS
BY VISITING SISTER CIRCLEREADS.COM, YOU ARE CONSENTING TO OUR TERMS AND CONDITIONS.
OVERVIEW
The terms “we,” “us,” and “our” refer to Sister Circle Reads. The term “Site” refers to sistercirclereads.com. The terms “user,” “you,” and “your” refer to site visitors, customers, and any other users of the site.
Sister Circle Reads provides weekly curated book recommendations, author features, giveaways, promotional opportunities, and an annual printed catalogue highlighting books by Black women authors (the “Service”).
Use of sistercirclereads.com, including all materials presented herein and all online services provided by Sister Circle Reads, is subject to the following Terms and Conditions. These Terms and Conditions apply to all site visitors, customers, and users of the site. By using the Site or Service, you agree to these Terms and Conditions, without modification, and acknowledge reading them.
USE OF THE SITE AND SERVICE
To access or use the Site, you must be 18 years or older and have the requisite power and authority to enter into these Terms and Conditions. Children under 18 are prohibited from using the Site. Information provided on the Site and in the Service related to books and authors is subject to change. Sister Circle Reads makes no representation or warranty that the information provided (the “Content”) is accurate, complete, reliable, current, or error-free. We disclaim all liability for any inaccuracies or errors in the Content.
ACCOUNT CREATION
To use the Service, you may be required to provide information about yourself, including your name, email address, mailing address, username, password, and genre preferences. You agree that the registration information you provide will always be accurate and current. You must not impersonate someone else or provide account information other than your own.
LAWFUL PURPOSES
You may use the Site and Service for lawful purposes only. You agree to use the Site for legitimate, non-commercial purposes and not to post or transmit any material violating the rights of others or any material that is objectionable, harmful, or unlawful.
REFUSAL OF SERVICE
We reserve the right to refuse service to any order, person, or entity, without obligation to assign reason. No order is considered accepted until payment is processed.
ORDER CONFIRMATION
We will email you to confirm orders placed, including details concerning delivery. It is your responsibility to inform us immediately if any error occurs in the email confirmation.
CANCELLATIONS, REFUNDS & RETURNS
All sales on digital promotions, premium placements, and advertising are final. No refunds or returns will be accepted unless otherwise specified.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
We strive to accurately describe the Service. However, we do not guarantee the Site is entirely accurate, current, or error-free. We reserve the right to correct pricing or description errors and refuse or cancel orders with incorrect information.
MATERIAL YOU SUBMIT TO THE SITE
You agree not to upload, post, or otherwise make available on the Site any material that infringes copyrights, trademarks, or other proprietary rights. You are solely responsible for the materials you submit.
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS TO YOUR MATERIALS
We claim no intellectual property rights over materials you provide. By submitting materials, you grant us a worldwide, nonexclusive, irrevocable license to use the material for promotional, marketing, and business development purposes.
OUR INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
The Site and Service contain intellectual property owned by Sister Circle Reads. You may not reproduce, modify, or distribute our intellectual property without prior written consent.
CHANGED TERMS
We may amend these Terms and Conditions at any time. Amendments are effective immediately upon posting. Continued use of the Site or Service constitutes your acceptance of the changes.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
Under no circumstances shall we be liable for direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or other damages arising from your use of the Site or Service.
THIRD PARTY RESOURCES
The Site contains links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for third-party content or policies. Your use of third-party sites is at your own risk.
INDEMNIFICATION
You agree to indemnify us against any claims, liabilities, or expenses arising from your use of the Site or Service or breach of these Terms and Conditions.
EFFECT OF HEADINGS
Headings are for convenience only and shall not affect the interpretation of this Agreement.
ENTIRE AGREEMENT; WAIVER
This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between you and Sister Circle Reads. Any waiver of this Agreement must be in writing.
NOTICES
All notices and communications must be addressed to:
Sister Circle Reads
[Insert Your Mailing Address]
info@sistercirclereads.com
GOVERNING LAW; VENUE; MEDIATION
This Agreement is governed by the laws of your jurisdiction. Any disputes shall first attempt resolution via mediation.
RECOVERY OF LITIGATION EXPENSES
In any legal action arising from this Agreement, the prevailing party may recover reasonable attorney’s fees and costs.
SEVERABILITY
If any part of this Agreement is deemed invalid or unenforceable, the remainder of the Agreement remains in effect.
ASSIGNMENT
These Terms are binding and inure to the benefit of successors and assigns. You may not assign these Terms.
Updated: March 2025