Terms of Use

These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of the Merilus Press website. By using this site, you agree to these terms. They are designed to protect readers, authors, partners, and the integrity of the works we publish.

Summary
You may browse, cite, and link to our official pages. You may not reproduce, distribute, scrape, or commercially exploit Merilus Press content without written permission.
Effective
March 1, 2026
Jurisdiction
Indiana, United States
Publisher note
Rights, permissions, translation, and adaptations are handled formally. See Permissions.

1. Intellectual Property Rights

  • All books, excerpts, text, graphics, and editorial materials are protected by copyright.
  • Rights belong to Merilus Press and/or the respective authors and licensors.
  • Protection applies whether or not a copyright notice appears on a specific page.
  • No ownership interest is transferred by accessing or using this website.
  • Website design, layout, and structure are protected intellectual property.
  • Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or display may constitute infringement.
  • International copyright treaties and applicable laws may apply.
  • Rights extend to all media, including digital, print, audio, and derivative formats.

2. Permitted Uses

  • Browsing and reading content for personal, non-commercial use.
  • Linking to Merilus Press pages (home, catalog, author pages, journal posts).
  • Quoting brief excerpts with attribution where fair use applies.
  • Academic citation and scholarly reference with proper credit.
  • Journalistic reference with clear sourcing to Merilus Press.
  • Sharing official page links on social media without copying full content.
  • Purchasing titles through authorized retailers and platforms.
  • Requesting review copies or permissions through official channels.

3. Prohibited Uses

  • Copying, reposting, or uploading Merilus Press content to other sites or platforms.
  • Reproducing books or substantial excerpts without written permission.
  • Selling, renting, sublicensing, or commercially exploiting content without authorization.
  • Creating derivative works (including translations) without a license agreement.
  • Removing copyright, trademark, or attribution notices.
  • Scraping, harvesting, or indexing content in bulk via automated means.
  • Using content to train AI models or datasets without explicit permission.
  • Impersonating Merilus Press or misrepresenting affiliation or endorsement.

4. Manuscript Submissions

  • Submission does not guarantee review, response, or publication.
  • No publishing relationship is created unless a written agreement is executed.
  • Authors represent that submitted work is original and does not infringe third-party rights.
  • Authors are responsible for permissions related to quoted material, images, or copyrighted content.
  • Merilus Press may decline submissions for any reason at its discretion.
  • We are not responsible for unsolicited physical materials sent without request.
  • Submission implies permission for editorial evaluation and internal review.
  • Do not submit sensitive personal data through submission forms.

5. Retailer and External Links

  • Retailers and third-party platforms operate independently of Merilus Press.
  • Retailer terms, returns, and privacy policies govern transactions on their sites.
  • Pricing, taxes, shipping, and availability are set by retailers/platforms.
  • Merilus Press does not control third-party site content or operations.
  • External links are provided for convenience and discovery.
  • We are not responsible for outages, errors, or policy changes on external sites.
  • Affiliate relationships, if any, will be disclosed where required.
  • Use third-party sites at your own discretion.

6. Rights, Permissions, and Licensing

  • Translation rights require written licensing agreements.
  • Film/TV, stage, and adaptation rights require separate licensing.
  • Audio and large-print rights require authorization where applicable.
  • Educational reproduction beyond fair use requires permission.
  • Commercial use (marketing, packaging, corporate distribution) requires permission.
  • Bulk orders may be available; contact us for institutional needs.
  • Permissions may include fees, credit lines, and scope limitations.
  • Unauthorized licensing or sublicensing is prohibited.

7. Disclaimers

  • This website is provided “as is” and “as available.”
  • We make no warranties of uninterrupted or error-free operation.
  • Information may change without notice (catalog, schedules, announcements).
  • Editorial statements reflect the press or author context and may evolve.
  • We do not warrant the completeness of external links or third-party content.
  • Use of site content is at your own discretion and risk.
  • We are not responsible for user actions based on site content.
  • Any reliance on information is your responsibility.

8. Limitation of Liability

  • To the fullest extent permitted by law, Merilus Press is not liable for damages arising from use of this site.
  • This includes indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages.
  • We are not liable for losses due to site outages, delays, or technical errors.
  • We are not liable for third-party platform failures or retailer issues.
  • We are not liable for unauthorized access or misuse beyond reasonable control.
  • Some jurisdictions limit exclusions; protections apply to the extent permitted.
  • Any claim is limited to the amount, if any, paid directly to Merilus Press for the specific service.
  • Nothing here limits liability that cannot be limited under law.

9. Changes to Terms

  • We may update these Terms periodically.
  • Updates are effective upon posting to this page.
  • The “Effective” date indicates the most recent revision.
  • Continued use of the site constitutes acceptance of updated terms.
  • If you disagree with updates, discontinue use of the site.
  • We may revise site features, content, or availability without notice.
  • Prior versions may not be retained for public access.
  • In the event of conflict, the posted version governs.

10. Governing Law

  • These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Indiana.
  • Applicable U.S. federal law may also apply.
  • Venue for disputes will be in Indiana, unless otherwise required by law.
  • International users agree to jurisdiction to the extent permitted.
  • Claims must be brought in accordance with applicable limitation periods.
  • If any provision is unenforceable, the remainder remains effective.
  • No waiver is effective unless in writing.
  • These Terms constitute the entire agreement for site use.