Terms of Use

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to Mystery Writer's Hub (the "Site"), an unofficial fan website dedicated to the works and legacy of mystery writer Elaine Flinn. By accessing or using our website located at elaineflinn.com, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use ("Terms") and our Privacy Policy.

If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Site. We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time, and your continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of any changes.

2. Description of Service

Mystery Writer's Hub is an educational and informational website that provides:

• Information about Elaine Flinn's mystery novels and writing career
• Book reviews, analysis, and literary commentary
• Resources for mystery writers and readers
• Educational content about mystery writing techniques
• Fan community discussions and appreciation

IMPORTANT: This is an UNOFFICIAL fan site with no affiliation to Elaine Flinn's estate, publishers, agents, or official representatives.

3. Acceptable Use

3.1 Permitted Uses

You may use our Site for:

• Personal, non-commercial educational purposes
• Reading and accessing publicly available content
• Sharing links to our content (with proper attribution)
• Contacting us with questions or feedback

3.2 Prohibited Uses

You may NOT use our Site to:

• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Infringe upon intellectual property rights
• Transmit harmful, offensive, or inappropriate content
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Use automated tools to scrape or harvest content
• Impersonate any person or entity
• Distribute malware, viruses, or harmful code
• Engage in commercial activities without permission
• Spam or send unsolicited communications

4. Intellectual Property Rights

4.1 Our Content

The content on this Site, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, audio clips, digital downloads, and software, is owned by Mystery Writer's Hub or its content suppliers and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

4.2 Elaine Flinn's Works

All references to Elaine Flinn's novels, characters, and published works remain the intellectual property of the respective copyright holders. Our use of such materials is intended for educational and informational purposes under fair use principles.

4.3 Third-Party Content

Book covers, promotional images, and other materials are used for educational and review purposes. All such materials remain the property of their respective copyright holders.

4.4 Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Site for personal, non-commercial purposes, subject to these Terms.

5. User-Generated Content

5.1 Content Guidelines

If you submit comments, feedback, or other content to our Site, you agree that such content:

• Is accurate and not misleading
• Does not violate any third-party rights
• Is not offensive, harmful, or inappropriate
• Does not contain spam or commercial solicitations
• Complies with applicable laws

5.2 License to Use Submissions

By submitting content, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, and worldwide license to use, reproduce, modify, and display such content in connection with operating the Site.

5.3 Content Moderation

We reserve the right to review, edit, or remove any user-generated content that violates these Terms or is otherwise objectionable.

6. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

6.1 No Warranties

THE SITE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT.

6.2 Accuracy of Information

While we strive to provide accurate information, we make no guarantees about the completeness, reliability, or accuracy of the content on our Site. Information may be outdated or contain errors.

6.3 Limitation of Liability

IN NO EVENT SHALL MYSTERY WRITER'S HUB BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES, WHETHER INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, OR ANY LOSS OF DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES.

6.4 Maximum Liability

Our total liability to you for any claims arising from your use of the Site shall not exceed the amount you paid to access the Site (which is zero for free access).

7. Third-Party Links and Services

7.1 External Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites or services. We do not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites.

7.2 Book Retailers

Links to book retailers (Amazon, Barnes & Noble, etc.) are provided for convenience. We are not responsible for the availability, pricing, or quality of products sold by these retailers.

7.3 Social Media

Social media integrations and links are governed by the respective platforms' terms of service and privacy policies.

8. Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy, which also governs your use of the Site, to understand our practices regarding the collection and use of your information.

9. Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA)

We respect the intellectual property rights of others. If you believe that material on our Site infringes your copyright, please contact us with the following information:

• Description of the copyrighted work claimed to be infringed
• Location of the allegedly infringing material on our Site
• Your contact information
• A statement of good faith belief that use is not authorized
• A statement of accuracy and authority to act on behalf of the owner
• Your physical or electronic signature

10. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to the Site immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including if you breach these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the Site will cease immediately.

11. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will provide notice of significant changes by posting the updated Terms on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Site after any modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [INSERT JURISDICTION], without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any legal action or proceeding arising under these Terms will be brought exclusively in the courts of [INSERT JURISDICTION].

13. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

14. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Mystery Writer's Hub regarding your use of the Site.

15. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms of Use, please contact us at: