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Refunds and cancellations

We want every author to feel confident committing to their book. This policy explains how cancellations, pauses and refunds work. The specific terms for your project are confirmed in your written proposal and agreement.

Last updated: 30 September 2026

1. How our fee works

Your fee, payment schedule and scope are set out in your written proposal before any work begins. Nothing is charged until you have accepted the proposal.

2. Before work begins

If you cancel after accepting your proposal but before your strategy stage starts, any amount you have paid will be refunded in full.

3. Statutory cancellation rights

If you are a consumer and your agreement was made at a distance, you may have a legal right to cancel within 14 days. If you ask us to begin work within that period, you agree that you will pay for the work completed up to the point you cancel.

4. After work has started

Our work is delivered in four stages: strategy, onboarding, manuscript and design, and launch. If you cancel after work has started:

  • You pay only for stages that have been completed or are in progress.
  • Any amount paid for stages that have not started is refunded.
  • You receive the work completed up to the point of cancellation, subject to payment for that work.

5. After publication

Once your book has been published, the services have been delivered in full and fees are not refundable. Your book, your rights and your royalties remain yours.

6. Pausing a project

Life happens. If you need to pause, talk to your project lead as early as possible. We will agree a new schedule with you in writing. Pauses do not change the fee agreed in your proposal.

7. If we cannot continue

In the unlikely event that we are unable to complete your book for reasons within our control, we will refund any amount paid for work not delivered.

8. Concerns about quality

If you are unhappy with any part of the work, please tell us straight away. Every note is acted on until the chapter or design reads and looks as it should. Our aim is always to resolve concerns through revision before cancellation becomes necessary.

9. How to cancel or request a refund

Email [email protected] with the subject "Cancellation" and your project name. We will confirm receipt within two business days.

10. Refund timing

Approved refunds are issued to the original payment method within 14 days of confirmation. Processing times with your bank or card provider may vary.

11. Your legal rights

Nothing in this policy affects any rights you have under consumer protection law that cannot be excluded.

Contact

Questions about this policy can be sent to [email protected]. We aim to reply within five business days.

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