Effective Date: December 2022
Last Updated: October 2025

Welcome to The Writer’s Atelier (“I,” or “my”). By accessing or using this site, including subscribing to my newsletter, commenting, or otherwise engaging with our content, you agree to these Terms of Service (“Terms”). Please read them carefully.

1. Overview

The Writer’s Atelier is a publication dedicated to essays, reflections, and conversations about writing, reading, and creative practice. These Terms govern your use of my website, newsletter, and any related services.

2. Intellectual Property

All original content published on The Writer’s Atelier — including essays, images, artwork, and interviews — is owned by Nicole Mathew unless otherwise credited.

You may share links to my content freely, but you may not reproduce, republish, or distribute any part of it without written permission. Quoting brief excerpts (with attribution and a link) is welcome.

3. User Conduct & Comments

Readers are encouraged to engage respectfully. By commenting or participating in discussions, you agree to:

• Be civil, constructive, and kind.

• Avoid posting spam, hate speech, harassment, or copyrighted material you don’t own.

• Accept that comments may be moderated or removed at our discretion.

I reserve the right to suspend or block users who violate these terms.

4. Subscriptions & Payments

If you subscribe to a paid tier, payment processing is handled securely through [Substack / Stripe / applicable platform]. I do not store or have access to your payment information.

Refunds are subject to the platform’s policies.

5. Privacy

Your email address and personal information are used only to deliver newsletters and updates from The Writer’s Atelier. I will never sell or share your personal information.

6. External Links

Occasionally, we may link to external websites or resources. I am not responsible for the content or practices of any third-party sites.

7. No Professional Advice

Content shared on The Writer’s Atelier is for creative and educational purposes only. It should not be taken as legal, financial, or professional advice.

8. Changes to These Terms

I may update these Terms periodically. When I do, the updated version will be posted here with a new “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the site after changes means you accept the revised Terms.

9. Contact

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