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Privacy Policy<\/h1>\n

Last updated: 14 May 2026<\/p>\n\t

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This Privacy Policy explains how the Love, Thompson website collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal information when you visit the Site, contact us, RSVP to events, submit forms, or interact with our content.<\/p>\n

The plain-English version: we only collect the information needed to operate the website, respond to you, manage book-related communications, and improve the visitor experience. We do not sell your personal information.<\/p>\n

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  1. About This Policy<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    This Privacy Policy applies to the Love, Thompson website and any related pages, forms, or online features connected to the author Love, Thompson and works including Dead Dog Barking.<\/p>\n

    References to \u201cwe,\u201d \u201cus,\u201d and \u201cour\u201d refer to the author and her authorised representatives.<\/p>\n

    By using the Site, you agree to the collection and use of information as described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Site.<\/p>\n

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    1. Information We Collect<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      We may collect personal information when you voluntarily provide it through the Site.<\/p>\n

      This may include:<\/p>\n

      Your name.<\/p>\n

      Your email address.<\/p>\n

      Your phone number, if you choose to provide it.<\/p>\n

      Your event RSVP details.<\/p>\n

      Messages, comments, stories, questions, or feedback you submit through forms.<\/p>\n

      Any other information you choose to send to us.<\/p>\n

      We may also collect limited technical information automatically when you visit the Site, such as:<\/p>\n

      Your IP address.<\/p>\n

      Browser type and device information.<\/p>\n

      Pages visited.<\/p>\n

      Time spent on the Site.<\/p>\n

      Referral source.<\/p>\n

      General location data based on browser or device settings.<\/p>\n

      This information helps us understand how visitors use the Site and improve the website experience.<\/p>\n

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      1. How We Use Your Information<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        We may use your information to:<\/p>\n

        Respond to your messages, questions, or inquiries.<\/p>\n

        Manage event RSVPs and related communication.<\/p>\n

        Send updates about the author, book releases, events, or related news, where you have chosen to receive them.<\/p>\n

        Operate, maintain, and improve the Site.<\/p>\n

        Protect the Site from spam, misuse, unauthorised access, or technical issues.<\/p>\n

        Understand visitor behaviour and improve content.<\/p>\n

        Comply with legal obligations where required.<\/p>\n

        We will only use your personal information for reasonable purposes connected to the operation of the Site and communication with visitors.<\/p>\n

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        1. Email Communications<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          If you choose to subscribe, RSVP, contact us, or request updates, we may use your email address to communicate with you.<\/p>\n

          You can unsubscribe from marketing or update emails at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions in the email or by contacting us directly.<\/p>\n

          We may still send non-marketing emails where necessary, such as replies to your inquiries or event-related communication.<\/p>\n

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          1. User Submissions<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

            If you submit a story, suggestion, fan letter, review, testimonial, or other message through the Site, you confirm that you have the right to share that content with us.<\/p>\n

            We may use your submission to respond to you, operate the Site, or, where appropriate, quote your message in social media posts, blog posts, promotional material, or other public content.<\/p>\n

            If we wish to publicly share a personal story or message in a way that identifies you, we will take reasonable steps to attribute it appropriately or follow any preferences you have provided.<\/p>\n

            If you do not want your submission quoted or shared publicly, please tell us when you submit it.<\/p>\n

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            1. Pre-Orders and Third-Party Purchases<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

              Pre-orders and book purchases for Dead Dog Barking are handled by third-party partners, including MMH Press and other booksellers.<\/p>\n

              This Site does not directly process payments, collect credit card details, or manage book order transactions.<\/p>\n

              When you click a pre-order or purchase link, you may be redirected to a third-party website. Their own privacy policy and terms of sale will apply.<\/p>\n

              We are not responsible for the privacy practices, payment processes, shipping, refunds, or order handling of third-party websites.<\/p>\n

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              1. Third-Party Links<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                The Site may contain links to third-party websites, including MMH Press, bookseller websites, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and other platforms.<\/p>\n

                We do not control these websites and are not responsible for their content, privacy policies, data practices, or terms.<\/p>\n

                We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.<\/p>\n

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                1. Cookies and Tracking Technologies<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                  The Site may use cookies or similar technologies to improve functionality, understand visitor behaviour, and help the Site operate properly.<\/p>\n

                  Cookies are small files stored on your device that help websites remember certain information.<\/p>\n

                  We may use cookies to:<\/p>\n

                  Improve website performance.<\/p>\n

                  Understand which pages are visited.<\/p>\n

                  Remember user preferences.<\/p>\n

                  Protect the Site from spam or misuse.<\/p>\n

                  Support analytics tools, if used.<\/p>\n

                  You can disable cookies through your browser settings. Some parts of the Site may not function properly if cookies are disabled.<\/p>\n

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                  1. Analytics<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                    We may use analytics tools to understand how visitors interact with the Site.<\/p>\n

                    Analytics data may include technical information such as pages visited, device type, browser type, approximate location, and time spent on the Site.<\/p>\n

                    This information is used in an aggregated way to improve the Site and does not usually identify you personally.<\/p>\n

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                    1. How We Store and Protect Your Information<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                      We take reasonable steps to protect personal information from misuse, loss, unauthorised access, modification, or disclosure.<\/p>\n

                      However, no website, email system, or online service can be guaranteed to be completely secure.<\/p>\n

                      By using the Site, you understand that you provide information at your own risk.<\/p>\n

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                      1. Sharing Your Information<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                        We do not sell your personal information.<\/p>\n

                        We may share your information only when reasonably necessary, including with:<\/p>\n

                        Website hosting providers.<\/p>\n

                        Email or newsletter platforms, if used.<\/p>\n

                        Analytics or security providers, if used.<\/p>\n

                        Event or publishing partners, where necessary to manage an event or communication.<\/p>\n

                        Legal, regulatory, or government authorities where required by law.<\/p>\n

                        We only share information where it is necessary for the operation of the Site, communication with you, or compliance with legal obligations.<\/p>\n

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                        1. International Visitors<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                          The Site may be accessed by visitors from outside Australia.<\/p>\n

                          If you access the Site from another country, you understand that your information may be processed in Australia or in other locations where our service providers operate.<\/p>\n

                          By using the Site, you consent to this processing where permitted by law.<\/p>\n

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                          1. Your Rights<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                            Depending on where you live, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including the right to:<\/p>\n

                            Request access to the personal information we hold about you.<\/p>\n

                            Ask us to correct inaccurate information.<\/p>\n

                            Ask us to delete your personal information, where legally possible.<\/p>\n

                            Withdraw consent for email communications.<\/p>\n

                            Ask questions about how your information is used.<\/p>\n

                            To make a privacy request, please contact us using the details below.<\/p>\n

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                            1. Children\u2019s Privacy<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                              The Site is intended for general audiences and is not directed specifically at children.<\/p>\n

                              We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate consent.<\/p>\n

                              If you believe a child has provided personal information through the Site, please contact us so we can review and remove it where appropriate.<\/p>\n

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                              1. Retention of Information<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                                We keep personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purpose it was collected.<\/p>\n

                                For example, we may retain contact form messages, RSVP details, or email communication records for administrative, legal, or operational purposes.<\/p>\n

                                When information is no longer needed, we will take reasonable steps to delete or securely dispose of it.<\/p>\n

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                                1. Changes to This Privacy Policy<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                                  We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.<\/p>\n

                                  The \u201cLast updated\u201d date at the top of this page reflects the most recent version.<\/p>\n

                                  Your continued use of the Site after updates means you accept the revised Privacy Policy.<\/p>\n

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                                  1. Contact<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                                    Questions about this Privacy Policy?<\/p>\n

                                    Email: hello@deaddogbarking.com<\/a><\/p>\n

                                    You may also contact us through the Contact page on the Site.<\/p>\n\t\t\n