Privacy Policy

W. Carter — Author

Last Updated: March 7, 2026

1. Who I Am

This website is operated by W. Carter (“I,” “me,” “my”), author of PEACOCK ALLEY and related works. This Privacy Policy explains what information I collect from visitors and readers, how I use it, and your rights regarding that information.

2. What Information I Collect

When you sign up for my mailing list, download an Advance Reader Copy (ARC), or contact me through this website, I may collect the following:

Your name — so I can address you personally in emails.
Your email address — so I can send you newsletters, book updates, ARC copies, and other content you’ve opted into.

I do not collect payment information, physical addresses, phone numbers, or any other sensitive personal data through this website.

3. How I Collect Your Information

I collect your information only when you voluntarily provide it through:

Mailing list signup forms on this website.
BookFunnel landing pages (for ARC and reader magnet delivery).
StoryOrigin landing pages (for ARC and promotional delivery).
Direct email correspondence with me.

I will never add you to my mailing list without your consent.

4. How I Use Your Information

I use the information I collect solely to:

Send you newsletters, book release announcements, and author updates.
Deliver Advance Reader Copies (ARCs) and reader magnets.
Respond to questions or messages you send me.

I will never sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

5. Third-Party Services

To deliver emails and ebooks, I use the following third-party services:

Email Service Provider: I use an email marketing platform to manage my mailing list and send newsletters. Your name and email address are stored with this provider. Their own privacy policy governs how they handle your data.
BookFunnel: I may use BookFunnel to deliver ebooks and ARCs. When you download a book through BookFunnel, they may collect your email address on my behalf. BookFunnel does not maintain its own reader mailing list and does not use your data for advertising. You can review BookFunnel’s privacy policy at bookfunnel.com/privacy.
StoryOrigin: I may use StoryOrigin to deliver ARCs and manage reader magnet signups. Your email address may be collected through their landing pages on my behalf. You can review StoryOrigin’s privacy policy at storyoriginapp.com/privacy.

These services act as data processors on my behalf. I choose services that take reader privacy seriously, but I encourage you to review their respective policies.

6. Cookies and Website Analytics

This website may use cookies or basic analytics tools to understand how visitors interact with the site (such as which pages are visited and for how long). These tools do not collect personally identifiable information. If you prefer not to be tracked, you can disable cookies in your browser settings.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

Unsubscribe from my mailing list at any time using the unsubscribe link included in every email I send.
Request access to the personal data I hold about you.
Request deletion of your personal data from my records and any third-party services I use.
Request correction of any inaccurate information I hold about you.

To exercise any of these rights, simply email me at the address listed below. I will respond to all requests within 30 days.

8. Data Security

I take reasonable measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of electronic storage or transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While I strive to protect your data, I cannot guarantee its absolute security.

9. Children’s Privacy

This website and my mailing list are not intended for children under the age of 16. I do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If I become aware that a child has provided me with personal data, I will take steps to delete that information promptly.

10. Changes to This Policy

I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in my practices or for legal reasons. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. I encourage you to review this page periodically.

11. Contact Me

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data rights, you can reach me at:

W. Carter

Email: w@wkcarter.com

Website: wkcarter.com

Thank you for trusting me with your information.

Your privacy matters to me.