Terms of Use

Backhouse Press is an independent Canadian publisher and provider of editorial services, writing programs and related literary services based in Nova Scotia, Canada.

Unless otherwise stated, the content of this website—including text, graphics, branding, logos, design elements, photographs and other original materials—is owned by or licensed to Backhouse Press and is protected by applicable copyright and intellectual-property laws.

You may view and share links to our publicly available content for personal, non-commercial purposes. You may not reproduce, republish, distribute, modify, sell or commercially exploit Backhouse Press content without prior written permission, except where permitted by law.

Copyright in books, manuscripts, artwork, photography and other materials created by Backhouse Press authors, clients, contributors or third parties remains with the applicable rights holder except where rights have been granted or transferred by agreement.

Nothing on this website should be interpreted as granting a licence to reproduce an author's or contributor's work.

Any manuscript or creative work submitted to Backhouse Press remains the intellectual property of its creator unless a separate written agreement provides otherwise.

Submission of material for consideration does not by itself transfer copyright or publication rights to Backhouse Press.

Specific submission opportunities, contests and prizes may be governed by separate eligibility requirements, submission guidelines or official rules. Where those specific terms differ from these general Terms of Use, the specific terms will govern that submission or program.

Descriptions of editorial services, consultations, coaching, courses, workshops, The Quiet Draft and other programs are provided for general information.

The scope, price, schedule, deliverables and other conditions of individual editorial projects may be established through a separate proposal, agreement, invoice or contract between Backhouse Press and the client.

Backhouse Press does not guarantee publication, representation, sales, awards, commercial success or any particular outcome resulting from editorial services or participation in a program.

Prices, payment schedules and applicable conditions will be disclosed before a purchase is completed or through the applicable client agreement.

Purchases are also subject to the Backhouse Press Refund & Cancellation Policy and any terms presented at the time of purchase.

Nothing in these Terms limits rights or remedies available to consumers under applicable law.

This website may contain links to third-party websites, retailers, booksellers, payment processors, social-media platforms or other services.

Backhouse Press is not responsible for the content, availability, privacy practices or terms of independent third-party services. Their own policies apply when you use them.

We make reasonable efforts to keep information on this website accurate and current. However, website content may occasionally contain errors or become outdated.

Backhouse Press may modify, update or remove website content, services, programs or features without notice.

You may not use this website in a way that violates applicable law, infringes another person's intellectual-property or privacy rights, interferes with operation or security of the website, attempts unauthorized access to the website or its systems, or uses Backhouse Press content for unlawful or unauthorized commercial purposes.

To the extent permitted by applicable law, Backhouse Press is not responsible for indirect or consequential loss arising solely from use of, or inability to access, this website.

Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits a right, warranty, condition or remedy that cannot lawfully be excluded or limited.

Our collection and use of personal information are governed by the Backhouse Press Privacy Policy.

Changes to These Terms

Backhouse Press may update these Terms of Use from time to time. The current version and its effective date will be posted on this page.

These Terms are governed by the laws of the Province of Nova Scotia and the applicable laws of Canada, without limiting any consumer protections that may apply under applicable law.

Questions about these Terms may be directed to:

Backhouse Press
Nova Scotia, Canada
hello@backhousepress.com