Terms of Use

These terms apply to your use of shanebates.com (the "site"), operated by Shane Bates. By using the site, you agree to them. If you don't agree, please don't use the site.

Copyright

The content on this site, including the text, the Black Bird, Black Bird cover art, the book trailer, the song "Black Bird, Black Bird," photographs, and the Shane Bates logo, is owned by Shane Bates or used with permission, and is protected by copyright and other laws.

You're welcome to share links to the site and to quote short passages for reviews, book clubs, or news coverage with credit to Shane Bates. Any other copying, republishing, or commercial use requires written permission. Requests can be sent through the contact page.

Buying the book

The site doesn't sell anything directly. Links to Amazon take you to a third-party store, and any purchase is governed by that store's terms, prices, and policies.

Third-party links

The site links to other websites, such as Amazon, YouTube, and Facebook. We don't control those sites and aren't responsible for their content, availability, or practices.

Using the contact form

Please don't use the contact form to send spam, unlawful content, or anything that infringes someone else's rights. How we handle what you send is described in the Privacy Policy.

No warranties

The site is provided "as is." We work to keep it accurate and available, but we don't guarantee that it will always be error-free, complete, or uninterrupted. Event and appearance details may change.

Limitation of liability

To the extent allowed by law, Shane Bates is not liable for any damages arising from your use of the site or of any linked website.

Governing law

These terms are governed by the laws of the State of Tennessee, without regard to its conflict-of-law rules.

Changes to these terms

These terms may be updated from time to time. The current version will always be posted on this page with its effective date.

Contact

Questions about these terms can be sent through the contact page.