Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 01/08/2026
Website: www.carolynnking.com
Carolynn King ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your personal privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you visit this website.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information directly from you when you interact with our website:
Newsletter Subscriptions: When you sign up for The Storyteller’s Pantry newsletter, we collect your email address and any voluntary details (such as your name) provided in the subscription form.
Direct Communication: If you contact us via email or contact form, we collect your name, email address, and the content of your message.
Automated Data (Cookies): Like most websites, our site (hosted on Squarespace) uses basic cookies and analytics tools to understand site traffic, popular pages, and general reader location data.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information strictly to:
Deliver The Storyteller’s Pantry monthly newsletter, updates, and book announcements.
Respond to direct inquiries, book club requests, or media messages.
Analyse basic website performance and traffic trends to improve user experience.
We will never sell, rent, or trade your personal contact details to third parties for marketing purposes.
3. Third-Party Services
We use trusted third-party service providers to help run this website:
Squarespace: Powers website operations, contact forms, and basic hosting analytics.
Email Marketing Platform: Handles subscriber lists and securely sends updates (e.g., Squarespace Email Campaigns / Mailchimp).
Affiliate & Retail Links: Our website contains links to external retailers (e.g., Amazon, local booksellers). Clicking these links may take you to third-party sites governed by their own privacy practices.
4. Data Storage & Security
Your information is securely stored through our website and newsletter hosting platforms. We take reasonable administrative and technical steps to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.
5. Unsubscribing & Your Rights
You have full control over your information:
Opting Out: You can unsubscribe from The Storyteller’s Pantry at any time by clicking the "Unsubscribe" link at the bottom of any email we send.
Access & Correction: You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of any personal information we hold about you by contacting us directly.
6. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally to reflect changes in legal requirements or website features. The latest version will always be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please reach out via our contact page.