Terms of service

Last updated: May 6, 2026

Please read these Terms of Service carefully before using the Book Shop Now website (bookshopnow.com) or placing any order. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

1. About Us

The website bookshopnow.com is owned and operated by Appalacian Inc, a 
corporation registered in the State of New Jersey, United States.

- Legal entity: Appalacian Inc
- Doing Business As (DBA): BookShopNow.com 
  (NJ Certificate of Alternate Name filed March 27, 2026; valid until March 27, 2031)
- New Jersey Business Entity ID: 0400168286
- NJ State certificate number: 4314504777 
  (verifiable at https://www1.state.nj.us/TYTR_StandingCert/JSP/Verify_Cert.jsp)
- Chief Executive Officer: Rahul Gupta
- Registered address: 275 Route 10 East, Suite 220-259, Succasunna, NJ 07876, USA
- Contact: support@bookshopnow.com · +1 (973) 270-4816

References to "Book Shop Now," "we," "us," or "our" throughout these Terms 
refer to Appalacian Inc operating under its DBA, BookShopNow.com.

2. Eligibility

By using our website, you represent that you are at least 18 years of age, or that you are a minor using the website with the consent and supervision of a parent or legal guardian. Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13.

3. Products

We reserve the right to limit the quantities of any products or services we offer, to discontinue any product at any time, and to modify product descriptions and pricing without notice.

We make reasonable efforts to display accurate product information, including descriptions, images, ISBNs, editions, and pricing. However, we do not warrant that product descriptions or other content are accurate, complete, reliable, or error-free. If a product you receive is not as described, your sole remedy is to return it in unused condition.

4. Pricing and Payment

All prices are listed in US Dollars and are subject to change without notice. Prices do not include applicable sales tax or shipping costs, which will be calculated and displayed at checkout before your payment is processed.

We accept major credit and debit cards and other payment methods as displayed at checkout. By submitting your payment information, you authorize us to charge the applicable amount to your payment method.

We reserve the right to cancel any order if a pricing error is identified, and we will notify you and issue a full refund in such cases.

5. Orders and Contract

Your order constitutes an offer to purchase a product. We reserve the right to accept or decline any order. An order is confirmed when you receive an order confirmation email from us.

We reserve the right to cancel orders for reasons including (but not limited to): product unavailability, errors in product or pricing information, or suspected fraudulent activity.

6. Shipping and Delivery

Shipping terms, estimated delivery times, and costs are described in our Shipping Policy. We are not responsible for delays caused by carriers or circumstances beyond our control.

7. Returns and Refunds

Our return and refund process is described in our Refund Policy. By placing an order, you agree to the terms of that policy.

8. Intellectual Property

All content on this website — including text, product descriptions, graphics, logos, and images — is the property of Book Shop Now or its content suppliers and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from any content on this website without our express written permission.

9. User Conduct

By using our website, you agree not to:

  • Use the website for any unlawful purpose
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the website or its related systems
  • Engage in any conduct that restricts or inhibits any other person's use or enjoyment of the website
  • Transmit any unsolicited or unauthorized advertising or promotional material

10. Disclaimer of Warranties

The website and all products and services are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not warrant that the website will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components.

11. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Book Shop Now shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the website or purchase of products. Our total liability to you for any claim arising from these Terms shall not exceed the amount you paid for the product(s) giving rise to the claim.

12. Governing Law

These Terms of Service and any disputes arising from them shall be governed by the laws of the State of New Jersey, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

13. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the website. Your continued use of the website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

Email: support@bookshopnow.com Address: 275 Route 10 East, Suite 220-259, Succasunna, NJ 07876, US Business hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST