Terms of Service
Guidelines for using this site and its content
These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your use of stinaesc.com (the “Site”), owned and operated by Christina Escamilla and Tyler Berkstresser. By accessing or using this Site, its content, or any associated services (collectively, the “Services”), you agree to be bound by these Terms.
If you do not agree, you should not use this Site.
Use of the Site
You agree to use this Site responsibly and not to:
Copy, reproduce, distribute, or exploit any content for commercial purposes without written permission
Attempt to disrupt, damage, or interfere with the Site, its servers, or its functionality
Use the Site in a way that restricts or interferes with other users
We reserve the right to modify, update, or remove content, including these Terms, at any time.
Digital Products and Services
This Site offers digital products and creative services, including:
Ebooks and writing templates
Manuscript reviews and creative feedback
By purchasing or requesting these Services, you agree that:
All sales of digital products are final unless otherwise stated
Delivery is completed electronically via email or download
Creative services are subjective and based on professional judgment
We do not guarantee specific creative, publishing, or commercial outcomes.
Creative Tools and Resources
All tools, including writing generators, templates, and printables, are provided for creative use only.
These tools are offered “as is” and may not be error-free or compatible with all devices or workflows. They are intended to support writers, not replace independent creative development.
Writing Submissions
From time to time, the Site may host open calls for submissions to anthologies or creative projects.
Submission does not guarantee acceptance or publication. Each opportunity will include its own guidelines, terms, and rights information.
Horror Locations, Events, and Classes
Content related to horror locations is provided for creative and informational purposes only. It is not intended as travel advice.
You are responsible for:
Conducting your own research
Verifying safety, accessibility, and local laws
Making independent decisions about visiting any location
Live classes, appearances, or events may be hosted or managed through third-party venues or platforms. All registration, payments, cancellations, and refunds are handled by those third parties.
We are not responsible for third-party event policies, scheduling changes, or venue-related issues.
Use of AI and Creative Assistance
AI is used in a limited and specific capacity on this Site.
Grammarly may be used as a writing and editing support tool for creative services
ChatGPT was used to generate images for the free writing generators and a limited number of free templates
No other AI tools are used in the creation of content, services, or products on this Site.
All written content, books, creative direction, and core materials are created, reviewed, and approved by Christina Escamilla and her team.
All artwork, including book covers and branded visuals, is:
Created by Christina Escamilla and her team, or
Photographed by Christina Escamilla and her team, or
Properly licensed through third-party providers
AI-Generated Character Disclaimer
The photos created for the writing generators, such as the character generator, is intended for creative and illustrative purposes only and do not depict real individuals. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, is purely coincidental and unintentional.
Intellectual Property
All content on this Site, including text, books, templates, graphics, branding, and tools, is the property of Christina Escamilla and Tyler Berkstresser unless otherwise stated.
You may not copy, reproduce, modify, distribute, or republish any content without prior written permission.
Limited non-commercial sharing (such as linking to the Site) is permitted with proper credit.
Third-Party Links
This Site may include links to third-party websites, services, or platforms.
We are not responsible for:
The content or accuracy of third-party sites
Their privacy practices or terms
Any transactions or interactions you have with them
Disclaimer
All content and Services are provided “as is” without warranties of any kind.
We make no guarantees regarding:
Accuracy or completeness of content
Availability or performance of the Site
Results from using any tools, services, or resources
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, we are not liable for any damages resulting from:
Use or inability to use the Site
Errors, interruptions, or technical issues
Reliance on any content, tools, or services
Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Texas, United States.
Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Site will be resolved in the appropriate courts located in Texas.
Updates to These Terms
We may update these Terms at any time. Continued use of the Site after updates constitutes acceptance of those changes.
Last updated: April 28, 2026
Contact
If you have questions about these Terms, please use the contact form on this website.
