Rules for the give-away chance to win a copy of the Wobbit a parody
Giveaways are always a fun way to engage the Tolkien community, and this time there’s a playful twist. To celebrate The Wobbit, a light-hearted parody inspired by Tolkien’s beloved tale, readers are invited to take part in a special contest for a chance to win their own copy. Before entering, be sure to take a moment to review the rules and details—so you don’t miss your chance to join in the fun.
Rules for the give-away chance to win a copy of the Wobbit a parody
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
1) This contest form is open to all TolkienLibrary.com internet visitors between the dates of Friday December 6th 2013 (9 PM) and December 13th 2013 (9 PM), aged 18 and over, excluding employees, their families and agents of TolkienLibrary.com. The contest is for US and Canadian residents.
2) To enter the contest, go to https://tolkienlibrary.com/press/2052-the-wobbit-give-away-contest to enter on-line. Entrants may only enter once per person (one email address). Winning entrants must respond within 5 days to our email notification / dm tweet / facebook message or the prize will be offered to another visitor.
3) Winners: winners will be randomly chosen by TolkienLibrary.com, as said US and Canadian residents
4) Prize(s): 1 copy of The Wobbit, A Parody.
5) The prize is non-redeemable for cash and non-transferable. The Prize is as stated. In the event of unforeseen circumstances, TolkienLibrary.com reserves the right to offer an alternative prize of equal value. Only one entrant per person. Multiple entries may lead to disqualification. Entries from 3rd parties or agents are invalid. No proof of purchase is necessary.
6) TolkienLibrary.com takes no responsibility for any entries which are lost, delayed, illegible, corrupted, damaged, incomplete or otherwise invalid. Entries will not be acknowledged.
7) Any breach of these competition rules by an entrant will void their entry.
8) The winners will be drawn at random and the winners will be notified by email by TolkienLibrary.com within 5 days of the draw. If the winner cannot be contacted within that time, the prize will be withdrawn.
9) Delivery time & Restrictions: All postal costs will be paid for by Simon & Schuster. Please provide your postal address or your shipment will be delayed.
10) Other Details: All taxes are the responsibility of the winner. All winners will be responsible for any duties, tariffs, taxes or import fees assessed to their prize. In the event that a prize has been stolen or mishandled during shipment to an international destination, TolkienLibrary.com or Simon & Schuster may not be able to replace the specific item and will substitute a prize at its own discretion. If the winner prefers a specific quicker shipping method, they are responsible to notify TolkienLibrary.com at the time of claiming their prize, and will also be responsible to cover the additional costs if any.
9) TolkienLibrary.com decision as to who has won the competition shall be final and TolkienLibrary.com will not enter into any correspondence relating to the winning entries.
10) Entrants accept that if they win, TolkienLibrary.com will have the right, without additional payment or permission, to use their name for the purpose of announcing the winner of this competition and for related promotional purposes.
11) TolkienLibrary.com and Simon & Schuster reserve the right to cancel the competition prize draw at any stage.
TolkienLibrary.com exclude all liability, so far as is permitted by law, which may arise in connection with the competition and the competition prizes.
12) All personal information is strictly private and will be deleted after the contest is complete.
13) By entering the competition you are confirming you have read and accepted these terms and conditions
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