TERMS OF SERVICE

Last updated: 2 May 2026

Welcome to evesaintlaurentpress.com (the "Site"), operated by ESL Press ("we", "us", "our"). By using the Site, you agree to these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you don't agree, please don't use the Site.

1. Who we are

ESL Press is the publishing imprint of Eve Saint Laurent. Contact us at connect@evesaintlaurentpress.com.

2. Age restriction

The Site contains content related to dark romance fiction intended for adult readers (18+). By using the Site, you confirm that you are at least 18 years old. If you are under 18, please leave the Site.

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3. Use of the Site

You agree to use the Site lawfully and respectfully. You must not:

  • Use the Site for any unlawful or fraudulent purpose

  • Attempt to gain unauthorised access to the Site or its systems

  • Upload viruses, malicious code, or harmful material

  • Scrape, copy, or reproduce Site content without permission

  • Impersonate any person or misrepresent your affiliation

  • Interfere with other users' use of the Site

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4. Intellectual property

All content on the Site — including text, images, book covers, excerpts, logos, and design — is owned by ESL Press or Eve Saint Laurent, or used with permission. It is protected by copyright and trademark laws.

You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from Site content without our written permission, except for personal, non-commercial use.

5. Reviewer programme and ARCs

If you apply to or join our reviewer programme:

  • You agree to provide honest, voluntary reviews

  • Advance reader copies (ARCs) are provided for review purposes only

  • You must not share, distribute, upload, or sell ARC files

  • You must not post ARCs to piracy sites or share via file-sharing services

  • We reserve the right to remove you from the programme at any time

Breach of these terms may result in legal action.

6. Mailing list and communications

By signing up to our mailing list, you consent to receive emails from us. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in any email.

7. Third-party links and services

The Site may link to third-party websites (e.g. Amazon, BookFunnel). We are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of those sites. Use them at your own risk.

8. Purchases

Books and products are purchased through third-party retailers (e.g. Amazon). Their terms, pricing, and policies apply. We are not responsible for transactions made on third-party platforms.

9. Disclaimers

The Site is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or secure. Content is provided for general information and entertainment.

The fiction published by ESL Press is a work of imagination. Any resemblance to real people, events, or places is coincidental.

10. Limitation of liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, ESL Press is not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Site. Our total liability shall not exceed £100.

Nothing in these Terms limits liability for death, personal injury, or fraud where such limits are not permitted by law.

11. Indemnity

You agree to indemnify and hold ESL Press harmless from any claims, losses, or damages arising from your breach of these Terms or misuse of the Site.

12. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your access to the Site at any time, without notice, if you breach these Terms.

13. Governing law

These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

14. Changes to these Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. The "Last updated" date will reflect any changes. Continued use of the Site after changes means you accept the updated Terms.

15. Contact us

For questions about these Terms:

ESL Press connect@evesaintlaurentpress.com