Terms & Conditions
TERMS AND CONDITIONS & LEGAL NOTICE
Last updated: October 2026
PART I โ LEGAL NOTICE (IMPRESSUM)
Pursuant to Section 5 of the German Digital Services Act (ยง 5 DDG โ Digitale-Dienste-Gesetz)
This website is operated under the publishing name MaroonVale.
Responsible person / Website operator:
Name: Slawomir Gawronski
Publishing name: MaroonVale
Address: Adalbert-Stifter-Str. 6
53721 Siegburg
Germany
Phone: +49 175 4297575
Email: contact@themaroonvale.com
Website: https://themaroonvale.com
PART II โ TERMS AND CONDITIONS
1. OPERATOR AND SCOPE
These Terms and Conditions govern the use of the website https://themaroonvale.com (the "Website"), operated under the publishing name MaroonVale by Slawomir Gawronski.
These Terms describe the conditions applicable to the use of this Website. Mandatory statutory rights and protections remain unaffected.
2. PURPOSE OF THE WEBSITE
This Website is an informational and promotional platform presenting books, authors, and publications released under the MaroonVale name.
The Website does not sell any products directly.
All purchases of books, whether in print, e-book, or audiobook format, are made exclusively through third-party platforms such as Amazon, Audible, Thalia, or other retailers to which this Website provides links.
MaroonVale is not a party to any purchase contract concluded between you and a third-party retailer or platform.
The terms and conditions, payment procedures, delivery arrangements, cancellation policies, and other contractual provisions of the respective third-party platform apply to such transactions.
3. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
All content on this Website, including texts, images, graphics, logos, book descriptions, cover artwork, and website design, is protected by applicable copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws.
Such content is owned by MaroonVale, the respective rights holders, or used with appropriate authorisation.
Reproduction, distribution, modification, publication, or commercial use of content from this Website without prior written permission from the relevant rights holder is prohibited unless expressly permitted by applicable law.
Book covers, titles, author names, and other materials displayed on this Website may also be protected by the intellectual property rights of their respective owners.
Nothing in these Terms limits statutory exceptions or other uses permitted under applicable copyright law.
4. LINKS TO THIRD-PARTY WEBSITES
This Website contains links to external websites and platforms.
MaroonVale has no control over the content, availability, or data processing practices of these independent third-party websites.
The respective operators are responsible for their own content and services.
MaroonVale does not adopt third-party content as its own merely by providing a link.
If MaroonVale becomes aware of unlawful content on a linked website, the relevant link will be reviewed and removed where legally required.
Some links may be affiliate links.
This means that if you click on such a link and make a qualifying purchase, MaroonVale may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.
Affiliate relationships do not change the terms or prices offered by the respective retailer.
5. AVAILABILITY
MaroonVale endeavours to keep this Website accessible, functional, and up to date.
However, uninterrupted access cannot be guaranteed.
The Website may be temporarily unavailable due to maintenance, technical difficulties, updates, or circumstances beyond MaroonVale's reasonable control.
MaroonVale reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue individual website features or content, subject to applicable legal obligations.
6. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
The information provided on this Website has been prepared with reasonable care.
However, MaroonVale does not guarantee that all information is complete, accurate, or current at all times.
Descriptions, publication dates, prices, availability, and other information relating to books may change without prior notice.
MaroonVale is not responsible for purchasing procedures, deliveries, payment processing, or customer service provided independently by third-party retailers.
Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits liability for:
- Intentional misconduct or gross negligence
- Injury to life, body, or health
- Liability arising under mandatory statutory provisions
- Any other liability that cannot lawfully be excluded or limited
In all other cases, liability is governed by the applicable provisions of German law.
7. EXTERNAL CONTENT AND NOTIFICATION OF VIOLATIONS
MaroonVale respects the rights of third parties and aims to avoid linking to unlawful or infringing content.
If you believe that any content or external link on this Website violates applicable law or infringes your rights, please notify MaroonVale using the contact details provided below.
Any substantiated notification will be reviewed, and appropriate action will be taken where required by law.
8. APPLICABLE LAW AND JURISDICTION
These Terms are governed by the laws of the Federal Republic of Germany, insofar as mandatory provisions of applicable consumer protection law do not provide otherwise.
If you are a consumer residing in the European Union, you retain the protection of mandatory provisions of the law applicable to you.
Any disputes relating to the use of this Website shall be subject to the jurisdiction rules established by applicable law.
Nothing in these Terms limits any mandatory consumer rights or statutory rights of legal recourse.
9. CHANGES TO THESE TERMS
MaroonVale reserves the right to update or amend these Terms and Conditions to reflect changes in legal requirements, website functionality, or business operations.
The most recent version will be published on this Website with an updated revision date.
Any changes shall apply only to the extent permitted by applicable law and shall not affect mandatory statutory rights.
10. CONTACT
For any questions regarding these Terms and Conditions or the operation of this Website, please contact:
MaroonVale
Slawomir Gawronski
Adalbert-Stifter-Str. 6
53721 Siegburg
Germany
Phone: +49 175 4297575
Email: contact@themaroonvale.com
Website: https://themaroonvale.com