Contact the Collection Editor

We welcome thoughtful correspondence from readers, researchers, and rights holders. The best way to reach us is by email to the collection editor, George Shelley, at [email protected]. Please include as much relevant detail as you can so that we can understand and act on your message efficiently.

Why You Might Write

• Metadata corrections — if you notice an incorrect title, author attribution, or category placement (for example, a book listed under Maritime Adventures that belongs elsewhere), please tell us the correct information and your source.
• File or reading issues — if an ebook fails to open, displays garbled text, or is unreadable on your device or browser, let us know the title, file format (EPUB, PDF, etc.), and the device or browser you were using.
• Accessibility problems — we aim to make our catalogue usable by everyone. If you encounter a barrier, such as missing alt text, poor contrast, or screen-reader incompatibility, please describe the issue and the assistive technology you rely on.
• Privacy questions — if you have a question about how your personal data is handled when you contact us or use the site, we are happy to explain our practices.
• Copyright or rights concerns — if you believe a work in our catalogue is not in the public domain in your jurisdiction, or if you are a rights holder with a legitimate claim, please provide the title, your relationship to the work, and any supporting documentation. We take such reports seriously and will review them promptly.
• General editorial observations — we value thoughtful suggestions about the catalogue, including recommendations for additional titles, category improvements, or contextual essays. While we cannot reply to every message, each one is read.

What to Include in Your Message

To help us act quickly, please include:

• The exact page URL where you found the issue.
• The ebook title and, if known, the author or editor.
• The file format you were using (if relevant).
• A clear description of the problem you experienced.
• Any supporting information, such as a screenshot (if safe to send), a citation for a metadata correction, or details about your rights claim.

How We Handle Different Types of Reports

Metadata corrections are typically reviewed against standard bibliographic sources, such as library catalogues or authoritative editions. If you provide a citation, we can verify and update the record more quickly.

For file or reading issues, we test the ebook on common reading platforms. If the problem is reproducible, we work to correct the file or provide guidance on compatible software.

Accessibility reports are prioritised; we aim to address barriers that affect screen readers, keyboard navigation, or colour contrast within our catalogue pages and ebook files.

Copyright concerns are treated with care. We evaluate the public-domain status based on the information you provide and, if necessary, remove or restrict access to the work in question while we investigate.

General editorial suggestions are collected and considered during catalogue updates. While we may not implement every idea, we appreciate hearing how readers use the library and what they would find valuable.

A Note on Response Times

We are a small independent operation and cannot guarantee a response within a specific timeframe. However, every message is reviewed, and we will reply if further information is needed or if your report requires follow-up. Thank you for helping us maintain a reliable and respectful catalogue of public-domain literature.