Welcome to Fables & Filth. These Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of FablesandFilth.com and any related domains, subdomains, services, content, events, festivals, forms, or digital products (collectively, the “Site”).

By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

1. Who We Are

The Site is operated by Fables & Filth (“Fables & Filth”, “we”, “us”, “our”), a hybrid publishing and events brand focused on book festivals, anthologies, and related literary projects.​

2. Eligibility

By using this Site, you confirm that:

• You are at least 18 years old (or the legal age of majority in your jurisdiction); or

• If you are under 18, you have permission from a parent or guardian to use the Site.

We do not knowingly enter into contracts with minors without appropriate consent.

3. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time.
Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted means you accept the updated Terms.

4. Use of the Site

You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms, and you will not:

• Use the Site in any way that violates any applicable law or regulation.

• Harass, abuse, defame, or harm others.

• Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any portion of the Site, servers, or systems.

• Introduce viruses, malware, or other harmful code.

• Scrape, copy, or harvest data from the Site in a way that violates these Terms or applicable laws.

We reserve the right to suspend or block your access if we reasonably believe you are breaching these Terms.

5. Accounts & Security (If Applicable)

Some areas of the Site may require you to create an account (e.g. author portal, festival dashboard, submissions area).

You agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information.

• Keep your login details secure and not share them with others.

• Notify us immediately if you believe your account has been compromised.

You are responsible for all activity that occurs under your account.

6. Festival, Event & Anthology Information

The Site may contain information about:

• Fables & Filth book festivals and virtual events

• Anthology calls, shared-world projects, and hybrid publishing opportunities

• Reader events (e.g. giveaways, signing events, book clubs)

While we aim to keep information accurate and up to date, you acknowledge that:

• Dates, line-ups, schedules, and participating authors are subject to change.

• Events may be postponed, modified, or cancelled due to circumstances beyond our control.

• Specific terms for a festival, anthology, or shared world will be set out in separate agreements, guidelines, or sign-up forms and will apply in addition to these Terms.

If there is a conflict between these Terms and a specific festival/anthology agreement, the specific agreement usually prevails for that project.

7. Author Submissions & Shared-World Content

If you are an author submitting work, applying for a shared-world project, or participating in any Fables & Filth publishing endeavour:

• You warrant that the work you submit is your original work or that you have the necessary rights and permissions to submit it.

• You confirm that your submission does not infringe the rights of any third party.

• You agree to comply with any additional rules, guidelines, content standards, and deadlines provided for that specific project.

Any formal rights, payments, royalties, or licenses will be set out in separate contracts between you and Fables & Filth or any partner publisher.

8. Intellectual Property

8.1 Our IP

Unless otherwise stated, all content on the Site—including text, images, logos, graphics, audio, video, festival branding, and other materials—is the property of Fables & Filth or our licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

You may not:

• Reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works of any Site content without our prior written consent, except as permitted by law (e.g. fair use/fair dealing).

• Use our name, logo, or branding in a way that suggests endorsement or affiliation without permission.

8.2 Your IP & User-Generated Content

If you submit or upload any content (including reviews, comments, messages, application responses, or creative materials) via the Site:

• You retain ownership of your content.

• You grant Fables & Filth a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free licence to use, display, reproduce, adapt, and distribute that content solely as necessary to operate the Site and relevant services (for example, to process submissions, display comments, or administer events).

We may remove content that we reasonably believe violates these Terms or applicable law.

9. Purchases, Payments & Refunds

The Site may offer:

• Festival tickets or digital passes

• Anthology pre-orders or book purchases

• Merch or digital products

• Paid services (e.g. cover design, editing, or hybrid publishing support)

Prices, currencies, and availability are subject to change without notice.

• All payments are processed via third-party payment providers (e.g. Stripe, PayPal). We do not store your full payment card details on our servers.

• You are responsible for any currency conversion, bank fees, or taxes (including GST/VAT) unless otherwise stated.

Refunds:
Refund policies for specific products or events will be displayed at checkout or in event-specific terms. Where no specific refund policy is provided, all sales are generally non-refundable except as required by law.

Refunds & Cancellations

Refund policies for specific products, services, or events will be displayed at checkout or within event-specific terms. Where no specific refund policy is provided, all sales are considered non-refundable except as required by law.

Authors (Service Requests):
Payments made for author services are not refundable for change of mind once a request has been submitted and work has commenced.

Sponsorships & Advertising:
All sponsorships and advertising placements are paid in advance and are non-refundable. Please ensure all submitted information is correct before completing your application, as no changes or refunds will be issued once payment has been processed.

Services & Subscriptions:
Services may be eligible for a pro-rata refund based on work completed, at the sole discretion of Fables & Filth.
All services are offered as subscriptions unless otherwise stated. You are responsible for managing and cancelling your subscription. Already paid subscription periods will not be refunded, including partial months.

​

10. No Guarantees of Results

If you participate in Fables & Filth events, anthologies, or shared-world projects, you understand that:

• We do not guarantee any specific sales, visibility, income, or career outcomes.

• Marketing support, exposure, and audience engagement may vary between events and projects.

The Site and services are provided for informational, entertainment, and community purposes.

11. Third-Party Links & Services

The Site may contain links to third-party sites, services, or platforms (e.g. Amazon, BookBub, Discord, social media, email service providers).

• We do not control or endorse these third-party sites.

• Your use of third-party sites is at your own risk and subject to their own terms and privacy policies.

12. Disclaimer of Warranties

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Site and all content are provided “as is” and “as available” without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied.

We do not guarantee that:

• The Site will be error-free, secure, or available at all times.

• Any content is complete, accurate, or up to date.

• Participation in events, anthologies, or promotions will have particular outcomes.

13. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

• Fables & Filth and its owners, directors, contractors, and affiliates will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages, or loss of profits, revenue, data, or goodwill arising out of or related to your use of the Site.

• Our total liability for any claim arising out of or related to the Site and these Terms will not exceed the amount you paid to us in the last twelve (12) months, if any.

Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits liability that cannot be excluded or limited under applicable law (for example, consumer guarantees that cannot be waived).

14. Indemnity

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Fables & Filth, its owners, partners, and affiliates from and against any claims, losses, damages, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising out of or related to:

• Your use of the Site;

• Your violation of these Terms; or

• Your infringement of any third-party rights.

15. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by the laws of [Insert governing jurisdiction, e.g. South Australia, Australia], without regard to conflict-of-laws principles.

You agree that any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the Site will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in [Insert city/state/country], unless otherwise required by mandatory consumer protection laws.

​

Services Provided

1. Scope of Services
   Fables & Filth (“we”, “us”, “our”) provides a range of services, which may include, but are not limited to:

   • Book festival and reader event organisation

   • Anthology and shared-world project coordination

   • Hybrid publishing support

   • Design and creative services (such as cover design, branding, graphics, marketing assets)

   • Administrative, marketing, or consulting services for authors and related professionals

   The exact scope of services for any project or package will be described in:

   • The relevant product/service description on our Site; and/or

   • A written proposal, statement of work, or email agreement.

2. Guidelines & Client Cooperation
   You agree to:

   • Provide all materials, information, and approvals we reasonably need in a timely manner.

   • Respond to emails, proofs, and revision requests within the timeframe specified in your project or, if none is specified, within a reasonable time.

   • Comply with any technical, formatting, or submission guidelines we provide.

   Delays in providing information, approvals, or content may:

   • Delay delivery timelines; and/or

   • Result in additional fees if substantial rescheduling or extra work is required.

3. Revisions & Changes to Scope

   • Unless expressly stated otherwise, quotes and packages include a limited number of revisions (for example, a set number of design tweaks or text edits).

   • Requests that go beyond the agreed scope or revision limits may be treated as additional work and charged at our then-current rates.

   • We will notify you before incurring any additional charges due to scope increases.

1. Fees, Invoices & Payment Terms

1. Quotes & Pricing

   • All prices and quotes are given in USD, unless stated otherwise.

   • Quotes are typically valid for a limited time (e.g. 14 or 30 days) as specified in the quote.

   • Taxes (including GST/VAT where applicable), platform fees, or bank charges may be added as required by law or by payment provider.

2. Invoices & Due Dates

   • You agree to pay all invoices issued to you in accordance with the payment schedule stated in your proposal, agreement, or on the invoice.

   • Where a specific due date is listed on an invoice, that date forms part of your payment obligation in addition to any payment timelines described in these Terms.

3. Deposits

   • Some services may require a non-refundable deposit before work commences.

   • We are not obliged to begin work, reserve event slots, or hold dates until the required deposit has been received and cleared.

2. Recurring Invoices & Payment Schedules

1. Recurring or Ongoing Services
   For recurring or ongoing services (for example, retainers, ongoing marketing support, design-on-demand, or recurring festival-related services):

   • You may be placed on a recurring invoice schedule (weekly, fortnightly, monthly, or as otherwise agreed in writing).

   • Each recurring invoice will state the amount and the intended billing period it covers.

2. Adherence to Schedule

   • You agree to adhere to the recurring invoice schedule and to pay each invoice promptly.

   • Unless otherwise agreed in writing, each recurring invoice must be paid within 3 days of the invoice being sent to you, regardless of any automated or platform-generated “due date” that may appear on the invoice.

3. Automatic Payments (if enabled)

   • If you opt into automatic payments via our payment provider, you authorise recurring charges at the agreed intervals until you cancel or the services end.

   • You are responsible for ensuring your payment method remains valid and has sufficient funds.

3. Split Payment & Instalment Plans

1. Split Payments / Instalment Agreements
   For larger projects or packages, we may offer split payment plans or instalment schedules, as agreed between you and us in writing.

2. Timing of Instalments
   Unless otherwise expressly agreed in writing:

   • Each instalment invoice must be paid within 3 days of the invoice being sent to you; and

   • In any event, no later than 30 days from the date the previous invoice was paid, regardless of any different “due date” that may appear on the invoice platform or template.

   By entering into a split payment plan, you acknowledge and agree that these timeframes form part of your contractual payment obligation.

3. Condition of Use – Licence Linked to Payment

   • Any licence or permission to use work we create for you (including, but not limited to, designs, graphics, covers, branding, marketing materials, or written content) is conditional upon your invoices being paid in full and on time.

   • If you fail to pay any instalment within the timeframes set out above, you:

     • Are not permitted to use, publish, print, distribute, sell, upload, or otherwise exploit any work we have provided; and

     • Acknowledge that any prior licence or permission to use such work is suspended until payment is brought up to date.

4. Failure to Complete Payment Plan

   • If you fail to complete all instalments under a payment plan:

     • We may treat this as a material breach of your agreement.

     • We may retain any deposits or amounts already paid as compensation for time spent and work completed, to the extent permitted by law.

     • We may withdraw or revoke any licence to use the work and may request that you remove it from sale, distribution, or public display until all outstanding amounts are fully paid.

4. Late Payment, Non-Payment & Suspension of Services

1. Late Payment

   • If an invoice is not paid within the specified timeframe (including the 3-day/30-day rules above), we may:

     • Send reminder notices;

     • Charge reasonable late fees or interest on overdue amounts, at a rate permitted by applicable law; and/or

     • Pass on any reasonable debt collection costs.

2. Suspension of Services

   • We reserve the right to pause, delay, or suspend work on your project, participation in events, or delivery of services if:

     • Any invoice remains unpaid beyond the agreed timeframe; or

     • There is a history of repeated late payment or non-payment.

   • During suspension, you may lose:

     • Reserved booking slots;

     • Agreed launch timelines or event times;

     • Access to files, drafts, or assets, until payment is brought up to date.

3. Use of Work During Non-Payment

   • If you use any work we have provided to you while you are in breach of your payment obligations, we may:

     • Consider this an unauthorised use of our intellectual property; and

     • Take appropriate action, which may include issuing takedown notices, DMCA claims, or pursuing legal remedies where necessary.

5. Ownership & Licence of Deliverables (Payment-Dependent)

1. Ownership Before Full Payment

   • Unless expressly agreed otherwise, we retain ownership and full intellectual property rights in any work we create for you until all associated invoices (including instalments, deposits, and recurring fees) have been paid in full.

2. Transfer of Rights / Licence Grant

   • Upon full and timely payment of all amounts due for a project, we will grant you the licence or rights described in your project agreement, which may include:

     • A full transfer of copyright; or

     • A broad commercial licence to use the work for agreed purposes.

3. No Implied Rights

   • No rights or licences are granted to you by implication or otherwise beyond what is expressly stated in:

     • These Terms; and

     • Any written agreement, contract, or invoice description specific to your project.