Terms & Conditions
Scope of Services:
Avison Book Cover Design offers bespoke cover art, unique cover designs and marketing support for books created by self-publishing authors and indie publishers.
Payment Terms:
50% non-refundable deposit payment upon project agreement, balance upon completion for cover art, cover designs and marketing content, within 30 days. Ongoing marketing support charged monthly and paid in full in the month prior to delivery.
Copyright and Ownership:
Copyright of all content remains with Avison Book Cover Design. A license for use of all content is passed to the author / publisher upon final payment, in perpetuity.
Cover images can not be used separate from the book without prior written agreement.
Delivery and Revisions:
Delivery date of cover art, designs and marketing content will be agreed at the outset of each project.
First draft of cover art will be delivered, wherever possible, within 7 days of agreement.
First draft of cover design will be delivered, wherever possible, within 21 days of agreement.
Two minor revisions are included in the service for both cover art and cover design, with any additional revisions charged at £50 ph. Revisions to the original brief part way through the project will be charged at £50 ph.
Client Responsibilities:
Client is responsible for providing brief, reference images / designs, book synopsis, feedback and payments in a timely manner.
Client is responsible for adhering to all laws applicable to their territory.
Cancellation Policy:
Our cancellation period is 7 days from client's receipt of the original invoice. If you wish to cancel after this time a cancellation fee may be charged.
Refund Policy:
We require a non-refundable deposit upon commencement of our book design services, which covers initial work and resources committed to your project. Once work has commenced, partial refunds may be considered in the event of project cancellation, commensurate with the completed work and time invested by our team. Full refunds may be issued in exceptional cases where we are unable to fulfill agreed-upon services. However, no refunds will be provided after final client approval and delivery of the completed project. Open communication is encouraged for issue resolution before seeking a refund and we will endeavour to resolve all issues before this stage in line with our revisions policy.
Confidentiality:
All sensitive information shared by the client is protected and not distributed beyond employees of Avison Book Cover Design.
Usage Rights and Portfolio Display:
The client has the rights to use the cover art in conjunction with the cover design in perpetuity.
A right to use an Image(s) on a book cover, does not imply any licence on your part to use the Image in the advertising or promotion of that book without written permission.
The client has the right to use all marketing materials for their intended purpose, in perpetuity. Unlimited copies - physical or electronic - can be made and distributed.
Avison Book Cover Design has the right to display the finished cover art, cover designs and marketing content in their portfolio and / or marketing materials.
Indemnity:
The client holds Avison Book Cover Designs harmless from any legal claims arising from the use or misuse of the cover art, designs and marketing content created by Avison Book Cover Design.
Limitation of Liability:
Liability of Avison Book Cover Design for any damages incurred by the client is limited to the financial value of the services provided to the client.
Governing Law:
The jurisdiction and governing law that will apply in case of legal disputes between Avison Book Cover Design and client is UK.
Credits:
You must credit Avison Book Cover Design on the cover of the finished electronic or physical book.
Updates to Terms and Conditions:
Avison Book Cover Design reserves the right to update the terms and conditions without notification and we encourage you to check our terms and conditions from time to time.