Creative work. Thoughtful feedback. A community that helps both grow.

Rights & AI

Creators retain ownershipWriters, visual artists, and illustrators keep copyright and ownership of their creative work.

Publication permission is definedWhen work is accepted, creators grant The Chronicles the non-exclusive permissions needed to publish, archive, display, and promote that work.

AI may support the processAI can support brainstorming, feedback, proofreading, clarity, accessibility, and revision. It should not replace the creator, and meaningful use is disclosed.

Credit follows contributionAuthors, artists, illustrators, and other contributors receive visible credit for the work they actually contribute.

ORIGINALITY

Submit work you have the right to submit.

Creators are responsible for the originality and provenance of their submissions and for securing permissions for material they did not create. AI assistance does not remove that responsibility.

THE SPARK

Inspiration is part of the story of the work.

The Spark records where an idea began — a place, image, conversation, memory, another work, a question, or something unexpected. It celebrates influence and inspiration without confusing them with ownership.