Effective Date: January 1, 2026

Welcome to the International Impact Book Awards™ website. By accessing or using this website, submitting a book, purchasing a ticket, product, or service, or participating in any International Impact Book Awards program, you agree to be bound by the following Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy. Please read them carefully.

If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our website or services.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using this website and its services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions and all applicable policies. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of any updates or modifications to these Terms.

2. About the International Impact Book Awards™

The International Impact Book Awards™ (“IIBA”) is a literary recognition and media organization dedicated to honoring authors whose work demonstrates excellence, leadership, and meaningful impact. Our services include, but are not limited to, book award submissions, media recognition, events, galas, trophies, certificates, digital assets, and related promotional opportunities.

3. Eligibility

Participants of all ages are welcome to submit their books and are eligible for winner status.

Participation is open to individuals who are eighteen (18) years of age or older. Participants under the age of eighteen (18) must have the consent of a parent or legal guardian to submit an entry or participate in any IIBA program.

By submitting a book or engaging with IIBA services, you represent that you meet these eligibility requirements.

4. Submissions & Eligibility Requirements

By submitting a book to the International Impact Book Awards, you confirm that:

• You are the rightful author or an authorized representative of the submitted work
• The submission does not infringe upon any copyright, trademark, or intellectual property rights
• All information provided during submission is accurate, complete, and truthful

Submission does not guarantee finalist status, award recognition, event invitations, or selection in any category.

All submissions are reviewed according to IIBA’s published review process and judging criteria, which may evolve over time to preserve fairness, integrity, and excellence.

5. Review Process & Award Decisions

All award determinations are made through a structured internal review process that may include objective evaluation tools, subjective human review, impact assessment, and governance oversight.

Award decisions are final and non-negotiable. IIBA does not provide individual score breakdowns, reviewer commentary, internal reports, or comparative rankings.

Non-selection applies only to the specific cohort and category in which a submission was entered and does not constitute a judgment of an author’s worth, credibility, or long-term impact. Authors are welcome and encouraged to reapply as they desire.

6. Services & Optional Offerings

International Impact Book Awards provides book award submission services along with optional promotional and recognition offerings. These may include, but are not limited to:

• Certificates and trophies
• Interviews and media opportunities
• Digital assets and featured placement
• Event and gala attendance

All optional services are independent of the judging process and do not influence award outcomes.

7. Fees, Payments & Refund Policy

All submission fees, ticket purchases, trophies, certificates, media packages, and related services are final and non-refundable, unless explicitly stated otherwise in writing.

Due to the administrative, digital, and custom nature of award submissions and services, refunds cannot be issued once a submission or payment has been processed. 

Event tickets are non-refundable due to venue commitments and advance production costs.
Trophies are custom-made and engraved items and are commissioned immediately upon purchase.

We do offer the ability to exchange your investment for an internal credit to be used on alternative IIBA offerings. Internal credits are non-transferable, non-refundable, and must be used within the timeframe specified at issuance. If you believe there has been an error with your transaction, please contact our support team for assistance. 

8. Events, Galas & Attendance

Attendance at International Impact Book Awards events, including the Author of the Year Grand Gala, is optional and subject to availability.

Each ticket grants access to one individual attendee and may not be shared. Plus-one tickets, when offered, are a privilege of attendance and must comply with ticket tier requirements.

IIBA reserves the right to modify event details, locations, schedules, programming, or experiences as necessary to preserve quality and integrity.

9. Intellectual Property & Usage Rights

Authors retain full ownership and intellectual property rights to their submitted works.

By submitting a work to IIBA, you grant the International Impact Book Awards a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use submitted materials, including book titles, covers, author names, biographies, synopses, and award status, for purposes related to award administration, promotion, marketing, and media recognition.

All website content, trademarks, logos, certificates, award branding, and digital assets are the property of the International Impact Book Awards™ and may not be copied or reproduced without written permission.

Please note that once a book file is submitted for review, IIBA does not distribute or release submitted files to third parties. This policy exists to protect authors’ intellectual property.. We value our authors and protect their work. We will not send book files to the authors, publisher, or any other party.

10. Media & Promotional Use

By participating in IIBA programs or events, you grant permission for your name, likeness, photographs, video footage, and award recognition to be used in marketing, promotional, and media materials without additional compensation, where permitted by applicable law.

This includes use across websites, social media, press features, broadcast platforms, and other promotional channels.

11. Communications & Consent

By providing your email address or phone number, you consent to receive communications from the International Impact Book Awards. These communications may include emails, SMS messages, and voice calls related to submissions, services, updates, events, and promotional opportunities.

You may opt out of non-essential communications at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions provided.

For individuals located in the European Union or other jurisdictions with data protection laws, personal data is processed in accordance with applicable privacy regulations and our Privacy Policy.

Certain communications may be sent from automated or no-reply inboxes. For inquiries or requests, please contact: contact@internationalimpactbookawards.com

12. User Conduct

You agree to use this website and its services lawfully and responsibly. Prohibited conduct includes, but is not limited to:

• Submitting false or misleading information
• Attempting unauthorized access to systems or data
• Disrupting or interfering with website functionality or services
• Harassment, abuse, or defamatory conduct toward staff or participants

IIBA reserves the right to restrict access, revoke participation, or take appropriate action in response to misuse or violations.

13. Limitation of Liability

International Impact Book Awards is not responsible for delays, technical issues, service interruptions, or third-party failures beyond our reasonable control.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, IIBA’s total liability for any claim related to a specific service shall not exceed the amount paid for that service.

Participation in IIBA programs and events is voluntary and at the participant’s discretion.

14. Modifications to Terms

The International Impact Book Awards™ reserves the right to update or modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. Continued use of the website or services constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

15. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Arizona, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.

16. Shop, Shopify & Payment Processor Compliance

The International Impact Book Awards™ utilizes third-party payment processors and e-commerce platforms, including but not limited to Shop, Shopify, Shopify Payments, and affiliated financial service providers, to facilitate secure transactions on our website.

By completing a purchase through our website, you acknowledge and agree to the following:

• All transactions are processed securely through third-party payment providers. The International Impact Book Awards™ does not store or directly process credit card or banking information unless given to us directly.
• Eligibility for installment payments, financing options, or “pay over time” services (including Shop Pay Installments or similar offerings) is determined solely by the payment provider and is subject to their independent approval criteria, terms, and conditions.
• Selection of a financing or installment option does not alter the International Impact Book Awards™ non-refundable policy, nor does it create a partial payment, deposit, or conditional purchase.
• Any disputes related to payment processing, installment schedules, declined transactions, or financing eligibility must be addressed directly with the payment provider first.

Use of Shop, Shopify, or affiliated payment services constitutes acceptance of their respective terms, privacy policies, and user agreements, which are independent of the International Impact Book Awards™.

17. No Impact on Award Decisions

The use of financing options, payment plans offered by third-party providers, or method of payment has no influence on submission review, award selection, finalist status, or recognition outcomes.

All submissions are evaluated solely according to the International Impact Book Awards™ review process and criteria.

18. Chargebacks & Disputed Transactions

Initiating a chargeback or payment dispute without first contacting the International Impact Book Awards™ may result in delayed services, suspension of participation, or revocation of access to optional offerings, pending resolution.

We strongly encourage participants to contact us directly at
contact@internationalimpactbookawards.com so we may assist in resolving concerns promptly and professionally.

Contact Information

International Impact Book Awards™
Email: contact@internationalimpactbookawards.com
Website: https://internationalimpactbookawards.com