I confirm that I am the sole owner of the intellectual property rights to the work submitted and that I have the authority to submit the work to Melanin Pages for potential publication on their platform.

I hereby grant Melanin Pages the non-exclusive right to represent and publish my work on their platform, with the understanding that I retain all ownership and copyright in the work.

I acknowledge that I have read and agree to the terms and conditions of Melanin Pages, which include an exclusion of liability for damages of any kind. By submitting my work, I am agreeing to these terms and conditions.  This includes an intellectual property clause, our right to represent your work, and exclusion for damages of any kind. For more information on our policies, please visit our terms and conditions page.

 

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Listing your work with Melanin Pages provides several benefits, including:

1. Increased Visibility: As a platform specifically dedicated to promoting the works of black authors, Melanin Pages offers a targeted audience who are actively seeking to support and celebrate diversity in literature
2. Support and Connection: Melanin Pages are more than just a platform - it's a community. Listing your work with us means joining a network of like-minded creatives and supporters who are passionate about amplifying the voices of black authors.
3. Professional Exposure: With features like Top Shelf and Weekly Featured Spots, Melanin Pages offers opportunities for your work to be prominently showcased and recognized in the literary industry.

Please note that we cannot guarantee specific outcomes, and we strongly encourage you to actively promote your work and engage with your readers. Additionally, we offer the opportunity for readers to submit book reviews, which can help increase your book's visibility and credibility.

At Melanin Pages, we are committed to providing a platform for black authors to showcase their work and reach a wider audience. We do not tolerate discrimination or prejudice of any kind, and we welcome submissions from all black authors regardless of their background, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, or any other factor. 

By submitting your work to us, you agree to abide by our values and respect our commitment to diversity and inclusion. Thank you for choosing Melanin Pages as your partner in promoting diversity and representation in literature.

COPYRIGHT UPLOAD REQUIREMENT:

To ensure the integrity and credibility of Melanin Pages, we take copyright infringement very seriously. As an author on our platform, it is mandatory to upload a copy of your copyright to validate your ownership of the content you publish.

 

By providing proof of copyright, you safeguard your work and demonstrate your commitment to respecting intellectual property rights. Failure to comply with this requirement may result in the removal of your content from Melanin Pages.

POLICY FOR SELF-PUBLISHERS WITHOUT COPYRIGHT:

At Melanin Pages, we welcome self-publishers who wish to upload and share public domain works. To ensure the legitimacy of these works, we require authors to provide the following documentation as proof of self-publishing:

 

1.Congratulations Email: Authors must upload the congratulatory email received from their self-publishing platform, confirming the successful publication of the public domain work. This email should clearly indicate the title, author, and publication details.

2.Live Confirmation Email: Authors need to provide the live confirmation email received from their self-publishing platform, which verifies that the book is available for sale or distribution. This email should contain the link or reference to the published work.

By submitting these emails as proof of self-publishing, authors affirm that they hold the necessary rights to publish and distribute the public domain work. This policy ensures the integrity of our platform and promotes the responsible sharing of public domain literature.

AUTHOR RESPONSIBLITIES: 

Melanin Pages provides authors with the opportunity to sell their books through the platform. To ensure a positive and secure shopping experience, the following policies apply to book sales:

a. Authorized Merchandise: Authors must have the necessary legal rights or appropriate authorization to sell the merchandise they offer. It is their responsibility to ensure that the merchandise does not infringe upon any intellectual property rights or violate any laws or regulations.

b. Product Listings: Authors are responsible for creating accurate and descriptive listings for their merchandise. The listings should include clear images, detailed descriptions, pricing information, and any applicable product variations or options.

c. Pricing and Payment: Authors have the flexibility to set their merchandise prices. Melanin Pages may charge a transaction fee or commission on each merchandise sale, which will be clearly communicated to the author. Authors will receive payment for merchandise sales, minus any applicable fees, according to the agreed-upon payment schedule.

d. Shipping and Fulfillment: Authors are responsible for managing the shipping and fulfillment process for their merchandise. They should ensure that orders are processed promptly and accurately, and that customers receive their merchandise in a timely manner. Clear communication regarding shipping times, tracking information, and any potential delays is essential.

e. Customer Support: Authors should provide reliable customer support for merchandise-related inquiries, including order status, returns, and exchanges. Prompt and professional communication with customers is vital to ensure customer satisfaction.

f. Quality Assurance: Authors are expected to maintain the quality of the merchandise they sell. The merchandise should be accurately represented, free from defects, and of satisfactory quality. Authors should promptly address any customer concerns related to the quality of the merchandise.

Melanin Pages reserves the right to review and remove any merchandise listings that violate these policies. Authors who engage in fraudulent or unethical practices related to merchandise sales may face account suspension or termination.

Please note that authors are responsible for complying with local laws and regulations regarding the sale of merchandise, including tax obligations and compliance with consumer protection laws.

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Please note that by submitting this form electronically or signing it physically, you are providing your consent to Melanin Pages to charge your credit card for the specified services.

Billing Cycle: The subscription fee is billed on a quarterly basis, starting from the date of subscription, end trail date. Subscribers will be charged automatically each quarter unless they choose to cancel their subscription.