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Legal Notice

This Legal Notice outlines the legal information relating to KittyQuill Editorial Services and the use of this website.

 

1. Business Information

  • Legal business name: KittyQuill Editorial Services 
  • Legal Status: UK Sole Trader

Nature of Business:
Professional book editorial services, including structural editing, copy-editing, proofreading, and manuscript assessment, with a special focus on Crime and Thriller genres.

Contacts:

Contact number:  07438797311 (Whatsapp) 
Business address: Available on request

 

2. Scope of Services

KittyQuill Editorial Services provides professional book editorial support to authors, including structural editing, copy-editing, proofreading, manuscript assessment, and overall manuscript development. Services are designed to help authors refine clarity, structure, style, pacing, and characterisation, as well as improve narrative coherence and readability. We also offer guidance on market positioning, genre conventions, and story development to support authors in producing polished, professional manuscripts.

Specialist services in Criminology and Legal Guidance:
In addition to editorial services, KittyQuill Editorial Services may provide guidance and advice on criminology or law-related matters where relevant to the manuscript. This includes factchecking, criminal procedure, legal accuracy, and related narrative elements. All advice is provided for guidance purposes only; clients remain solely responsible for any decisions or actions they take. 

While we may offer guidance on publishing or business-related aspects of a manuscript, our editorial services do not constitute financial advice, and clients are solely responsible for any financial decision.

 

3. No Guarantee of Publication or Outcomes

KittyQuill Editorial services does not guarantee:

  • Publication
  • Representation by a literary agent
  • Commercial success
  • Sales, prizes, or acceptance by publishers

All publishing decisions and outcomes remain the sole responsibility of the client. 

 

4. Intellectual Property

All manuscripts and materials supplied by clients remain the intellectual property of the client.

Any edits, feedback, reports, or recommendations provided by KittyQuill Editorial Services are supplied for the client’s personal and professional use only and may not be reproduced, resold, or redistributed without prior written consent, unless otherwise agreed.

Website content, branding, and materials are the intellectual property of KittyQuill Editorial Services unless stated otherwise.

 

5. Fees, Currency, and Payments

All fees are quoted and payable in GBP unless otherwise agreed in writing.

Clients are responsible for:

  • Any bank or payment processing charges
  • Currency conversion fees
  • Any local taxes or duties applicable in their jurisdiction

 

6. International Clients

KittyQuill Editorial Services works with clients worldwide. Clients are responsible for ensuring that their use of our services complies with any local laws or regulations applicable in their country of residence.

All communications and agreements are conducted in English.

The business operates in the UK time zone, and response times may be affected by time zone differences.

 

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by UK law:

  • KittyQuill Editorial Services shall not be liable for indirect, consequential, or commercial losses
  • Total liability shall be limited to the value of the service purchased

Nothing in this notice excludes liability for fraud, death, or personal injury caused by negligence.

 

8. External Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites. KittyQuill Editorial Services has no control over and accepts no responsibility for the content or privacy practices of external sites.

 

9. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

This Legal Notice and all services provided by KittyQuill Editorial Services are governed by the laws of England and Wales.

Any disputes arising in connection with the services shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

 

10. Contracts and Agreements

Before services commence, clients will receive any relevant contracts or agreements, which may include non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), for their review and formal acceptance. These documents are intended to clearly outline the scope of work, responsibilities of both parties, timelines, confidentiality obligations, and any other legal or operational requirements.

Clients are expected to read and fully understand all terms and conditions before services begin. By agreeing to these contracts, clients acknowledge their responsibilities, confirm their acceptance of the outlined terms, and consent to the processes and guidelines described within. Any questions or clarifications should be addressed and resolved prior to the commencement of services to ensure a mutual understanding and smooth working relationship.

 

11. Privacy and Cookies

Personal data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection laws. For more information, please see our:

  • Privacy Policy
  • Cookie Policy

This Legal Notice is issued by KittyQuill Editorial Services, a UK sole trader, and is intended to provide information about the business, services, and client engagement. For further enquiries, please contact us via the email addresses listed above.

 

End of Legal Notice

 

Last updated 17/02/2026

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