Terms & Conditions
These Terms & Conditions govern your access to and use of the Mushila Writes website, digital bookstore, membership platform, professional services, donations, and related products and services.
By accessing or using this website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood these Terms. If you do not agree, discontinue use of the website and services.
Agreement Between You and Mushila Writes
These Terms establish the legal relationship between you and Mushila Writes whenever you use our platform.
Digital Publishing
Books, articles, educational resources and digital publications are protected by copyright and provided under these Terms.
Membership
Members receive access to features and services subject to these Terms and any applicable membership conditions.
Responsible Use
Users agree to use the platform responsibly, lawfully and with respect for intellectual property rights.
About These Terms
These Terms apply to visitors, registered members, customers, donors, partners, contributors and service users interacting with Mushila Writes. They cover, among other things:
- Digital book purchases and reading access
- Membership accounts
- Professional writing and ghostwriting
- Editing, proofreading and publishing support
- Website design and development
- Research and consultancy
- Training and workshops
- Donations and fundraising initiatives
- The Climate & Literacy Project
- Other current or future website services
Where a separate written agreement applies to a particular service, that agreement will also govern the relevant engagement. If you do not agree with these Terms, do not use the website or services.
User Accounts and Membership
An account may allow you to access books, manage purchases, track membership benefits and use additional services.
Account Registration
- Provide accurate and complete information.
- Keep your profile information reasonably up to date.
- Protect your username, password and other login credentials.
- You are responsible for activities performed through your account, subject to applicable law.
- Notify us promptly if you suspect unauthorised access or account compromise.
Membership
Membership may provide benefits such as access to selected content, promotions, events, newsletters or premium services. Benefits, eligibility, fees and duration will be described where applicable.
Membership benefits may change as the platform develops. Any material paid-membership conditions will be communicated as appropriate.
Digital Book Purchases
Books purchased through Mushila Writes are licensed for personal, non-commercial use unless a different licence is expressly provided in writing. Purchasing a digital book grants the right to access and read the content; it does not transfer copyright or ownership of intellectual property.
When you purchase a digital book, you agree that:
- The book is for your personal use only.
- You will not reproduce, redistribute or share it with unauthorised users.
- You will not upload the book or its content to other websites or public repositories.
- You will not remove copyright notices or other ownership information.
- You will not resell or commercially exploit the content without permission.
Payments
Payments for books, memberships, services, workshops and other offerings may be processed through payment methods made available by Mushila Writes, including M-Pesa, bank transfer or other approved options.
Prices and offers may change. A price already confirmed for a completed order will be handled in accordance with the terms displayed at purchase and applicable law. You must provide accurate payment information and be authorised to use the selected payment method.
Please contact us if a payment appears incorrect, duplicated or incomplete. Payment processing may also be subject to the relevant provider's terms.
Donations
Donations made to Mushila Writes may support literary, educational, environmental and community initiatives, including the Climate & Literacy Project, where such initiatives are being run.
Donations are voluntary contributions and are generally non-refundable except where required by applicable law or expressly stated otherwise. Please confirm the amount and purpose before submitting a donation.
Transparency
We aim to use donations responsibly in support of the stated purpose of the relevant initiative. Where appropriate, updates may be shared with supporters about project progress and impact.
A donation does not, by itself, create a partnership, ownership interest or entitlement to a particular outcome.
Professional Services
Additional terms may apply to professional engagements.
Writing Services
Ghostwriting, editing, proofreading and publishing support are provided under mutually agreed project terms, including scope, fees, deadlines and deliverables.
Consultancy
Research, consultancy and training engagements may be subject to separate service agreements, proposals or statements of work.
Website Development
Website design, development and digital systems projects follow the agreed scope, timeline, deliverables, client responsibilities and payment schedule.
Protect Your Account
Keep your login credentials confidential and notify us promptly if you suspect your account has been compromised.
Mushila Writes may restrict or suspend account access where reasonably necessary to investigate suspected fraud, security risks or violations of these Terms, subject to applicable law and any appropriate notice or review.
Intellectual Property Rights
Content published on Mushila Writes is protected by applicable copyright and intellectual property laws.
Protected Content
Unless otherwise stated, content may be owned by Mushila Writes, its authors or other rights holders, or used with permission. Protected materials may include:
- Books, manuscripts and literary works
- Poetry, articles and blog posts
- Research publications and educational materials
- Website design, graphics and illustrations
- Photographs, videos and audio recordings
- Logos, branding and workshop materials
Ownership
Accessing or purchasing content does not transfer copyright, trademark or other intellectual property rights.
All rights remain with Mushila Writes or the respective rights holder unless expressly agreed otherwise in writing. Permission requests should be submitted through our contact page.
Digital Reading Licence
When you purchase a digital book through Mushila Writes, you receive a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable licence to access and read it for your personal use, subject to the product terms and applicable law.
This licence does not permit redistribution, resale, republication, commercial use or public sharing of the content without written authorisation.
Prohibited Activities
Users must not misuse the website, its services, accounts or content.
You Must Not
- Copy or reproduce books without permission or lawful authority.
- Share purchased content with unauthorised users.
- Circumvent security measures or access controls.
- Attempt unauthorised access to accounts or systems.
- Upload malware or other harmful code.
- Scrape or harvest content using automated tools without permission.
- Impersonate a person or organisation.
- Use the platform for unlawful, fraudulent or abusive purposes.
Responsible Use
- Respect authors' and other rights holders' intellectual property.
- Use purchased books and account features responsibly.
- Report suspected copyright infringement or security issues.
- Communicate respectfully with other users.
- Protect account credentials and personal information.
- Comply with applicable laws and reasonable platform rules.
Reader Reviews & Comments
If you submit reviews, ratings, testimonials, comments or other material, you are responsible for the content you provide. Submissions should be honest, respectful and lawful, and must not infringe another person's rights.
Do not post confidential personal information, threats, harassment, discriminatory abuse, spam or material you do not have the right to share.
Content Moderation
Mushila Writes may review, decline, moderate or remove user-generated content that appears to violate these Terms, infringe rights, create a security concern or undermine the integrity of the platform.
Where appropriate, we may contact a contributor for clarification. Moderation does not mean we endorse user-submitted statements.
Suspension or Termination
We may suspend or terminate an account, membership or access to a service where reasonably justified by suspected or established:
- Violation of these Terms or applicable law.
- Copyright infringement or unauthorised distribution of books.
- Fraudulent, disputed or abusive payment activity.
- Abuse, harassment or threats directed at other users or staff.
- Attempts to compromise website or account security.
- Use of the platform for unlawful or deceptive purposes.
Where appropriate and reasonably practicable, we may notify the user and provide an opportunity to resolve the issue. Termination does not remove rights or obligations that accrued before termination, and does not override rights provided by applicable law.
Refunds & Cancellations
We aim to provide a fair purchasing experience while protecting digital intellectual property.
Digital Books
Because digital books may be delivered electronically and accessed immediately, completed purchases are generally non-refundable, except where required by applicable law, where a refund is stated in the offer, or where an access or payment problem warrants a remedy.
If you cannot access a book you paid for, contact support with relevant transaction details so we can investigate and help resolve the issue.
Professional Services
Refunds, cancellations, revisions, deposits and termination of consultancy, writing, editing, publishing support, website development, training or other professional services are governed by the specific agreement or proposal for that project and applicable law.
Nothing in this section is intended to exclude any consumer or other legal right that cannot lawfully be excluded.
Third-Party Services
Our website may link to or integrate with third-party services, including payment providers, social media platforms, analytics tools, bookstores, mapping services and other external resources, where used.
Third-party services operate independently and are governed by their own terms and privacy policies. Their inclusion does not necessarily mean Mushila Writes endorses every aspect of their services.
External Websites
External links are provided for convenience or reference. Mushila Writes does not control third-party websites and is not responsible for their content, availability, policies or practices.
You should review the terms and privacy information of an external website before using it or providing personal information.
Website Availability
We aim to keep Mushila Writes available and reliable, but uninterrupted or error-free access cannot be guaranteed.
Maintenance, updates, hosting or network problems, security incidents and circumstances beyond our reasonable control may temporarily affect access.
We may modify, suspend or discontinue a feature or service where reasonably necessary, subject to any applicable legal obligations and any specific terms agreed with a customer.
Disclaimer
Books, articles, educational resources and other content published by Mushila Writes are provided for general educational, informational, literary and inspirational purposes.
We make reasonable efforts to maintain quality and accuracy, but do not guarantee that all content will always be complete, current, error-free or suitable for every purpose. Views expressed by contributors are not necessarily the views of every person associated with Mushila Writes.
You should exercise your own judgment before relying on information published on this website. Content is not a substitute for individual professional advice where such advice is needed.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Mushila Writes and its owner, employees, contributors and partners shall not be liable for indirect, incidental, special or consequential loss arising from use of the website, digital publications, professional services or related platforms.
Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits liability, consumer rights or other protections that cannot legally be excluded or limited under applicable law.
Responsibility for Your Use
You are responsible for your use of the platform and for complying with these Terms and applicable law. To the extent permitted by law, you may be responsible for losses or claims caused by your unlawful conduct, infringement of another person's rights or material breach of these Terms.
Governing Law and Disputes
These Terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of Kenya.
If a dispute arises from the use of Mushila Writes or its services, the parties should first try to resolve it through good-faith discussions. If it cannot be resolved informally, it may be referred to a competent court in Kenya, subject to applicable law.
Changes to These Terms
We may revise these Terms to reflect changes in services, technology, business operations or legal requirements. The latest version will be published on this page with its review date.
Changes apply from the stated effective date or publication date, as appropriate. If you continue to use the website after changes take effect, that use will be subject to the revised Terms to the extent permitted by law.
Contact Mushila Writes
If you have questions about these Terms, our services or your use of the website, contact us.
Effective Date
These Terms take effect when published on the Mushila Writes website, unless a different effective date is expressly stated.
Effective: Upon publication
Last Updated
This page was prepared for publication on the date shown below. Please update this date if you materially revise the Terms in the future.
Last updated: October 20, 2026
Acceptance of These Terms
By accessing or using Mushila Writes, you confirm that you have read and understood these Terms. Your use is subject to them and to applicable law.
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