1. WHO WE ARE
Between the Lines is the trading name of Velvet Verse Ltd (company number 16995759), a company registered in England and Wales. Between the Lines Publishers is the publishing imprint of Velvet Verse Ltd t/a Between the Lines.
Registered address available on request. Contact: hi@betweenthelines.space.
Throughout these terms, 'we', 'us' and 'our' refer to Velvet Verse Ltd t/a Between the Lines. 'You' refers to any visitor to or user of the website betweenthelines.space (the 'Platform').
By accessing or using the Platform, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree, please do not use the Platform.
2. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICE
The Platform publishes psychology-adjacent writing: books, blogs, and reflective content concerning emotion, self-reflection, and relationships. This includes work published under the Between the Lines Publishers imprint, including series such as The Daily Relationship Reset.
The Platform may direct you to third-party services to complete a purchase, including Amazon KDP and, in future, a payment processor such as [INSERT: payment provider once decided]. Purchases made through a third-party service are governed by that service's own terms, not by these Terms and Conditions.
3. NATURE OF CONTENT
Content published on the Platform is reflective and educational in nature. It is not therapy, medical advice, psychological treatment, or a substitute for professional support. If you are experiencing significant emotional distress, please seek support from a qualified professional or, where appropriate, an emergency service.
4. ELIGIBILITY
The Platform is not directed at, and does not knowingly collect information from, children under the age of 13. If you are under 18, please use the Platform only with the involvement of a parent or guardian where appropriate.
5. NEWSLETTER
Where you choose to subscribe to our newsletter, you consent to receive email communications from us. You may withdraw this consent at any time using the unsubscribe link included in each communication, or by contacting us directly.
6. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
All content on the Platform, including text, cover art, logos, the Between the Lines and Between the Lines Publishers marks, and design elements, is owned by or licensed to Velvet Verse Ltd t/a Between the Lines and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.
You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from any content on the Platform without our prior written permission, save for personal, non-commercial use as reasonably contemplated by the nature of the content (for example, reading a purchased book).
7. THIRD-PARTY LINKS AND SERVICES
The Platform may contain links to third-party websites and services, including Amazon KDP, social media platforms via share buttons, and analytics or advertising services described in our Privacy Policy. We are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of any third-party service.
8. PROHIBITED USES
You agree not to:
- use the Platform for any unlawful purpose;
- attempt to gain unauthorised access to the Platform or its underlying systems;
- reproduce or scrape Platform content for commercial redistribution;
- interfere with the security or proper functioning of the Platform.
9. DISCLAIMERS
The Platform is provided on an 'as is' and 'as available' basis. We make no warranty that the Platform will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components.
10. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Velvet Verse Ltd t/a Between the Lines shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential loss arising from your use of the Platform. Nothing in these terms excludes or limits liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, fraud, or any other liability that cannot lawfully be excluded.
11. INDEMNIFICATION
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Velvet Verse Ltd t/a Between the Lines against any claims, losses, or expenses arising from your breach of these Terms and Conditions or your misuse of the Platform.
12. TERMINATION
We reserve the right to restrict or terminate your access to the Platform at our discretion, including where we reasonably believe these Terms and Conditions have been breached.
13. GOVERNING LAW
These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any dispute arising from these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
14. CHANGES TO THESE TERMS
We may update these Terms and Conditions from time to time. The 'Last Updated' date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision. Continued use of the Platform after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.
15. CONTACT US
For any questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at hi@betweenthelines.space.