Terms of Service

Last updated: January 10, 2026

Welcome to Blood Spoken. These terms govern your use of bloodspoken.com and any purchases you make. By using our site, you agree to these terms. Please read them carefully—they're written in plain English, not legal jargon.

The Short Version
  • • Digital products are for personal use only—don't redistribute them
  • • Be honest in reviews if you're in the ARC Circle
  • • We respect your privacy and won't spam you
  • • Content is for adults (18+) due to dark fantasy themes
  • • Questions? Just ask—we're friendly
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Acceptance of Terms

  • By accessing or using bloodspoken.com, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service
  • If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not access the website or use our services
  • We reserve the right to update these terms at any time, with changes effective upon posting
  • Your continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms
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User Accounts

Account Creation

  • You may create an account to access protected content, make purchases, and apply to the ARC Circle
  • You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
  • You must provide accurate information and keep it updated
  • One account per person—creating multiple accounts may result in termination

Account Termination

  • You may delete your account at any time by contacting us
  • We may suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms
  • Upon termination, your right to access purchased content may be affected
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Digital Products & Purchases

Purchasing

  • All prices are displayed in USD and include applicable taxes where required
  • Payment is processed securely through PayPal
  • Upon successful payment, you receive immediate access to download your purchased products
  • Prices may change at any time, but changes won't affect existing purchases

Refunds

  • Due to the digital nature of our products, all sales are generally final
  • If you experience technical issues preventing download, contact us within 14 days for assistance
  • We may offer refunds on a case-by-case basis for legitimate issues
  • Refund requests should be sent to our contact form with your order details
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License & Usage Rights

What You Can Do

  • Download and keep personal copies of purchased digital products
  • View, read, and enjoy the content on your personal devices
  • Print physical copies for personal use (where applicable)
  • Share your enthusiasm for the books with others (we love that!)

What You Cannot Do

  • Redistribute, resell, or share download files with others
  • Upload products to file-sharing sites, torrents, or public servers
  • Remove or modify copyright notices or watermarks
  • Use content for commercial purposes without written permission
  • Claim authorship or ownership of any content

Free Downloads (Reader Pack)

  • The reader pack is provided free in exchange for newsletter subscription
  • The same usage restrictions apply to free content
  • Download links are personal and should not be shared publicly
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Content & Intellectual Property

Ownership

  • All content on this site (text, images, logos, downloads) is owned by Eric Keller or licensed to us
  • "Blood Spoken," "The Unmaking," and related names are trademarks of Eric Keller
  • The Voicesong magic system, world of Valdris, and all characters are copyrighted works

Fan Content

  • We love fan art, reviews, and discussions about Blood Spoken
  • Fan works should credit the source and not be sold commercially
  • We reserve the right to request removal of fan content that misrepresents the work
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Newsletter & Communications

  • By subscribing, you consent to receive The Pit Dispatch newsletter
  • Emails include updates, new releases, promotions, and reader content
  • You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in every email
  • We don't share your email with third parties for marketing purposes
  • Newsletter frequency is typically 1-4 emails per month
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ARC Circle Program

Participation

  • The ARC (Advance Reader Copy) Circle is by application only
  • Acceptance is at our sole discretion based on reviewer history and platform
  • ARC readers receive free early copies in exchange for honest reviews
  • You may be removed from the program for failing to provide timely reviews

ARC Requirements

  • Reviews must be honest—we don't require positive reviews, only genuine ones
  • Reviews should be posted within the agreed timeframe (typically 2-4 weeks of release)
  • ARC copies are for review purposes only and should not be redistributed
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Disclaimers & Limitations

Content Warning

  • Blood Spoken contains mature themes including violence, death, and dark fantasy elements
  • The content is intended for adult readers (18+)
  • Reader discretion is advised

Website Availability

  • We strive for 99.9% uptime but cannot guarantee uninterrupted access
  • We may perform maintenance that temporarily affects availability
  • We are not liable for any losses due to temporary unavailability

Limitation of Liability

  • The site and products are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind
  • We are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
  • Our total liability is limited to the amount you paid for the specific product at issue
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Governing Law & Disputes

  • These terms are governed by the laws of the State of Oklahoma, United States
  • Any disputes will be resolved in the courts of Oklahoma
  • You agree to attempt informal resolution before filing any claim
  • Small claims court remains available for qualifying disputes

Questions About These Terms?

If anything is unclear or you have questions, we're happy to explain. Don't hesitate to reach out.

Contact Us

These terms of service apply to bloodspoken.com operated by Eric Keller.

Stillwater, Oklahoma, United States

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