Terms of Use

These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of michaelcharlesdavis.com (the “Site”), the author website of Michael Charles Davis, writing as M.C. Davis (“I,” “me,” or “my”). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

1. About this Site

This is a personal author website providing information about my writing, along with a newsletter and the ability to book a meeting or call. Contact: michael@merek.io.

2. Use of the Site

You may use the Site for lawful, personal purposes only. You agree not to:

• use the Site in any way that violates applicable law;
• attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Site or any connected system;
• interfere with or disrupt the Site; or
• use automated means to access the Site in a manner that burdens my systems.

3. Newsletter and bookings

Subscribing to my newsletter means you consent to receive periodic emails; you may unsubscribe at any time. Booking a meeting does not create any professional or contractual relationship and is subject to the terms of the scheduling provider. See my Privacy Policy for how your information is handled.

4. Intellectual property

All content on the Site—including writing, excerpts, titles, cover art, graphics, and the M.C. Davis name—is owned by or licensed to me and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, adapt, or create derivative works from any content without my prior written permission, except that you may quote brief excerpts with attribution as permitted by law (for example, for review or commentary).

5. Disclaimers

The Site is provided “as is” and “as available,” without warranties of any kind, express or implied. I do not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or secure, or that its content is accurate or current. Views expressed in creative or personal writing are my own.

6. Limitation of liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, I will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your use of the Site, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.

7. Third-party links

The Site may link to third-party websites (for example, book retailers or a newsletter platform) that I do not control. I am not responsible for the content or practices of any third-party site.

8. Changes to these Terms

I may update these Terms from time to time. The “Effective date” above reflects the most recent revision. Continued use after changes are posted constitutes acceptance.

9. Governing law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of New Mexico, without regard to its conflict-of-laws principles, and any dispute will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in New Mexico.

10. Contact

Questions about these Terms may be directed to michael@merek.io.