Legal Notice, Terms of Use, and Privacy Policy

Last updated: October 2025

Dead Hand Publishing Company, a division of Wellspring Properties, LLC (“Dead Hand Publishing,” “we,” “our,” or “us”), owns and operates this website (the “Site”). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to these Terms of Use and this Privacy Policy. Please read them carefully.

1. Copyright and Ownership

All text, graphics, logos, images, artwork, book covers, design elements, and other content appearing on this Site are the intellectual property of Dead Hand Publishing Company or are used under license.
© 2025 Dead Hand Publishing Company, a division of Wellspring Properties, LLC. All rights reserved.

You may not copy, reproduce, modify, republish, upload, post, transmit, or distribute any material from this Site without prior written permission, except for brief quotations or links for purposes of review, commentary, or promotion with proper attribution.

2. Trademarks

“Dead Hand Publishing,” its logo, and associated trade dress are trademarks or registered trademarks of Wellspring Properties, LLC. Other product and company names mentioned on this Site may be trademarks of their respective owners. Use of any trademark or logo without authorization is prohibited.

3. Use of the Site

This Site is provided for general informational and promotional purposes related to our publications and authors. You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe the rights of others or restrict their use of the Site.

You agree not to:

  • Upload or transmit harmful or disruptive content (viruses, spam, offensive material).

  • Attempt to access restricted areas or compromise the Site’s security.

  • Misrepresent your identity or affiliation with any person or organization.

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access to the Site for any reason and without notice.

4. External Links

This Site may contain links to external websites. These links are provided for convenience only. Dead Hand Publishing does not control or endorse external sites and is not responsible for their content, privacy policies, or security practices. Accessing third-party links is at your own risk.

5. Privacy Policy
Information We Collect

We may collect limited personal information when you:

  • Fill out a contact form or send us an email (info@deadhandpublishing.com).

  • Subscribe to a newsletter or request information.

  • Interact with embedded links or third-party services (e.g., social media).

Typical data collected includes your name, email address, and message content.

How We Use Information

We use your information only to:

  • Respond to inquiries or requests.

  • Provide information about our books or events (if you opt in).

  • Improve the functionality and content of our Site.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data.

Data Retention and Security

We store contact form submissions securely and retain them only as long as needed to fulfill the reason for collection. We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data; however, no system is completely secure, and you share information at your own risk.

Cookies and Analytics

This Site may use basic cookies or analytics tools to measure traffic and performance. You can disable cookies in your browser settings without affecting most functionality.

Your Rights

You may request correction or deletion of your personal information by contacting us at info@deadhandpublishing.com.

Children’s Privacy

This Site is not directed toward children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.

6. Affiliate Disclosure

Dead Hand Publishing Company and Brett Bacon Author (collectively, “we,” “our,” or “us”) participate in affiliate marketing programs designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to products and services offered by third parties.

In particular, we are participants in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated websites.

This means that when you click on certain product links or buttons on this website—such as “Get the Book” or “Buy Now”—we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you.

We only recommend books, products, and services we genuinely believe will be of interest or value to our readers. However, you should assume that any link to a retailer or product on this site may be an affiliate link and that we may receive compensation if you purchase through those links.

All opinions expressed on this website, including book descriptions and reviews, are our own and are not influenced by any affiliate relationship.

For questions about this disclosure, please contact us at:
info@deadhandpublishing.com

7. No Professional Advice

Content on this Site is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing here constitutes legal, business, or financial advice. Readers should consult qualified professionals regarding individual questions or circumstances.

8. Limitation of Liability

This Site and all related content are provided “as is” and “as available.”
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Dead Hand Publishing and Wellspring Properties, LLC disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.

In no event shall Dead Hand Publishing, its owners, authors, or affiliates be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from use of this Site or reliance on its content.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update these Terms or the Privacy Policy from time to time without notice. The “Last Updated” date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision. Your continued use of the Site after changes indicates acceptance of those changes.

10. Contact Information

Questions or concerns regarding this Legal Notice, Terms of Use, or Privacy Policy should be directed to:

Dead Hand Publishing Company
A division of Wellspring Properties, LLC
Email: info@deadhandpublishing.com
Website: https://deadhandpublishing.com

© 2025 Dead Hand Publishing Company, a division of Wellspring Properties, LLC. All Rights Reserved.