Giveaway Rules


NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. MAKING A PURCHASE OR PAYMENT OF ANY KIND WILL NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED OR RESTRICTED BY LAW.

PROMOTION DESCRIPTION:

The “Jeff Buick Thriller + Short Story Giveaway” (“Sweepstakes”) begins on December 16, 2025 at 9:00 AM (MT) and ends on January 7, 2026 at 11:45 PM (MT) (“Promotion Period”).

This Sweepstakes is subject to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations and is void where prohibited or restricted by law.

The sponsor of this Sweepstakes is Novel Words Inc. (“Sponsor”). By entering, each entrant agrees to comply with and be bound by these Official Rules and the decisions of Sponsor. Sponsor is responsible for administration of the Sweepstakes. Sponsor may be reached at read@jeffbuick.com during the Promotion Period.

ELIGIBILITY:

Open to legal residents of Canada and the USA who are 18 years of age or older (or the age of majority in their jurisdiction). Employees, officers, representatives, and immediate household family members of Sponsor are not eligible. Sweepstakes is void where prohibited.

HOW TO ENTER:

Enter during the Promotion Period by completing the online entry form located at:

https://www.jeffbuick.com/contest/

Entries submitted through bots, automation, fraudulent methods, multiple accounts, or sweepstakes services are void. Sponsor’s clock is the official timekeeper.

WINNER SELECTION:

Winner(s) will be selected in a random drawing from among all eligible entries received throughout the Promotion Period. Drawing will take place within 10 days after the Promotion Period.

WINNER NOTIFICATION:

Winner will be notified by email within 7 days of drawing. Winner must claim the prize by email within 7 days or the prize may be forfeited and an alternate winner selected. Sponsor is not responsible for notification failures.

PRIZE:

One (1) winner will receive:

  • One signed paperback by Jeff Buick
  • One $25 Amazon Gift Card
  • Access to digital download of Jeff Buick’s short story “The Gully.”

Approximate Retail Value (ARV): $45 USD.

No prize transfer or substitution permitted except at Sponsor’s discretion.

PRIVACY:

Personal data collected during the Sweepstakes is subject to Sponsor’s privacy policy and may be used for marketing or future promotional communications by Sponsor.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY:

By entering, you agree to release and hold harmless Novel Words Inc. and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from any liability arising from participation or prize use.

DISPUTES:

Sweepstakes governed by the laws of Canada. Any disputes arising from this Sweepstakes shall be resolved individually and without class action. Under no circumstances may punitive or consequential damages be sought.

WINNER LIST:

To request winner name, send written request within 30 days after Promotion Period to:

Novel Words Inc.

PO Box 44021 Southcentre, Calgary, AB T2J 7C5

RE: Short Story Giveaway

SPONSOR:

Novel Words Inc.

PO Box 44021 Southcentre, Calgary, AB T2J 7C5

read@jeffbuick.com

DISCLAIMER

These rules have been modified by the Creator of this giveaway "Win a Signed Jeff Buick Thriller + Get His New Short Story Free". Sumo Group, Inc. (d.b.a. "KingSumo") accepts no legal liability or responsibility for errors, falsities, or unfulfilled winnings due to the Creator.

If you suspect concerns with this giveaway, please email support@kingsumo.com. Our Support team will review the giveaway and take action as necessary which may include removing the giveaway, banning the Creator, or other action as deemed necessary.

By entering this giveaway, you agree to: the KingSumo Terms of Service found at https://kingsumo.com/tos and the KingSumo Privacy Policy at https://kingsumo.com/privacy.