Policies
Effective Date: July 4, 2025
Site Owner: Ryan L. Smith

Copyright & Usage

All content on this website—including text, stories, character names, images, audio, and downloadable materials—is the intellectual property of Ryan L. Smith, unless otherwise noted.

All rights are reserved under United States and international copyright law.

You may not:

• Copy, reproduce, or republish any material without written permission

• Modify or distribute content for commercial purposes

• Use characters, story elements, or artwork for your own projects

You may:

• Share public blog posts or book links for personal, non-commercial use

• Provide attribution and keep all shared content unedited

Terms & Conditions

By using this website, you agree to the following:

• Respectful Use: You agree not to misuse, exploit, or interfere with any part of this site

• Intellectual Property: All content remains the property of Ryan L. Smith

• No Guarantees: Content is provided as-is. While efforts are made to ensure accuracy, completeness and timeliness are not guaranteed

• Third-Party Links: This site may include links to external websites. These are provided for convenience only and do not constitute endorsement

This website is governed by the laws of the State of Ohio, United States.

Privacy Policy

Information Collected:

• Name and email address (when submitted through contact forms)

• Anonymous usage data collected through cookies or analytics tools

How Information Is Used:

• To respond to inquiries

• To monitor website performance and usage

• To improve the overall visitor experience

Your Rights:
You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information at any time.

Your information is never sold or rented to third parties.

Brand & IP Protection Statement

Mythic Quill Studios and Mythic Quill Publishing exist to create original, high-quality storytelling experiences. All characters, worlds, narratives, and creative systems developed under these brands are protected intellectual property owned by Ryan L. Smith.

We actively safeguard our work to ensure it is presented, shared, and experienced as intended. Unauthorized use, imitation, or misrepresentation of our creative properties is not permitted.

Unauthorized Resellers & Derivative Use

From time to time, third-party sellers may list our books or related materials at inflated prices or in unauthorized formats. These listings are not affiliated with or approved by Mythic Quill Studios or Mythic Quill Publishing.

To ensure authenticity, quality, and fair pricing, we recommend purchasing through trusted retailers such as Amazon or verified bookstores.

Additionally, the creation of derivative works—including adaptations, expansions, or commercial use of our characters, settings, or story elements—requires prior written permission.