Effective Date: October 20, 2026
Welcome to JohnDeRossett.com, the official author website of John DeRossett.
By accessing or using this website, you agree to these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with these terms, please discontinue use of the website.
1. Purpose of the Website
JohnDeRossett.com is an author website featuring original fiction, short stories, articles, personal reflections, author news, book announcements, and other literary content.
The website is intended to provide information about the author’s work and offer readers access to selected writings, including short stories made available free of charge.
2. Copyright and Intellectual Property
Unless otherwise indicated, original stories, articles, written content, and other materials created by John DeRossett and published on this website are protected by applicable copyright laws.
Copyright © 2026 John DeRossett. All rights reserved.
Original written material may not be reproduced, republished, distributed, sold, adapted, or used commercially without prior written permission, except as permitted by applicable law.
Content credited to other creators remains the property of its respective copyright holders and is used subject to applicable permissions or licenses.
3. Free Short Stories and Reading Materials
Selected short stories and other written works are made available to read free of charge for personal, noncommercial enjoyment.
Free access does not mean that these works are in the public domain or that copyright protection has been waived.
Visitors are welcome to share links to stories and articles published on this website.
However, copying entire stories, reposting them on other websites, distributing unauthorized copies, or presenting the material as someone else’s work is prohibited without permission, except where allowed by law.
4. Fictional and Historical Content
This website features both fictional works and writing inspired by actual historical events.
Some literary works, including November Rain: The River Came at Night, incorporate documented historical events and firsthand accounts alongside fictionalized characters, reconstructed dialogue, dramatized scenes, and altered identifying details.
Such works should not be interpreted as verbatim historical transcripts or representations that every described conversation or event occurred exactly as written.
Although reasonable efforts may be made to research historical material, interpretations, recollections, and historical sources may contain inaccuracies or differences in perspective.
Opinions and personal reflections expressed on this website are those of their respective authors.
5. Permitted Website Use
Visitors agree to use this website lawfully and respectfully.
You may not:
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the website or its administrative systems.
- Introduce malicious software or interfere with website functionality.
- Use website content in a manner that infringes intellectual property rights.
- Impersonate another person when submitting messages or information.
- Use automated systems to disrupt the website or circumvent its security measures.
6. Third-Party Websites and Services
This website may contain links to third-party websites, including booksellers, publishers, social media platforms, and other resources.
These websites operate independently and may have their own terms, policies, and procedures.
JohnDeRossett.com does not control or assume responsibility for the content, availability, security, or practices of external websites.
7. Book Information and Availability
Information about upcoming books, publication schedules, editions, pricing, and availability is provided for informational purposes.
Publication dates and other details are subject to change.
Where books are offered through third-party retailers, purchases are governed by the applicable retailer’s terms, policies, and procedures.
8. Submissions and Communications
Visitors may contact the website owner with questions, comments, historical information, or other inquiries.
Submitting information does not automatically transfer ownership of the material or grant permission for its publication.
Any proposed use of contributed photographs, documents, personal accounts, or other protected materials may require separate permission or agreement.
Visitors should submit only materials they have the right to share.
9. Accuracy and Availability
Reasonable efforts are made to maintain accurate and useful website content.
However, information may occasionally be incomplete, outdated, or contain errors.
Website content is provided for general informational and literary purposes without guarantees of uninterrupted availability, completeness, or accuracy.
Nothing in these terms excludes rights or protections that cannot lawfully be excluded.
10. Limitation of Liability
To the extent permitted by applicable law, JohnDeRossett.com and its owner shall not be liable for losses or damages resulting from website interruptions, technical errors, unauthorized third-party activity, or reliance on website content.
This provision does not limit liability where such limitations are prohibited by law.
11. Changes to These Terms
These Terms of Use may be revised periodically.
Updated terms will be published on this page with a revised effective date.
Continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised terms to the extent permitted by applicable law.
12. Governing Law
These Terms of Use are governed by the applicable laws of the State of California and the United States, without overriding any mandatory legal protections available to website visitors.
13. Contact Information
For questions about these Terms of Use, copyright permissions, or other website matters, please use the contact form at:
Website Owner: John DeRossett
Website: https://johnderossett.com