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Effective date: August 2, 2026 · Last updated: July 28, 2026

1. Ownership

The Story of Louise: From $500 to Priceless (ISBN 978-1-7378437-1-9, hardcover; ISBN 978-1-7378437-2-6, paperback), including its text, narrative structure, original analysis, photographs, design, and this website (thestoryoflouise.com), is © 2026 Leonard Smith III and LS3 Studios LLC. All rights reserved, except where otherwise noted below.

2. Historical Source Materials

This work draws on primary-source historical documents, including probate records, notarial acts, court minutes, and church registers held in public archives and courthouses in Louisiana. These underlying historical records are not the intellectual property of LS3 Studios LLC. What is protected by copyright is the original selection, translation, arrangement, narrative framing, and analysis of that material as presented in the book and on this Site.

3. Permitted Use

Brief excerpts from the book or Site may be quoted for purposes such as review, commentary, criticism, or scholarship, consistent with applicable fair use principles, provided that proper attribution is given to The Story of Louise by Leonard Smith III.

4. Requesting Permission

For any use beyond brief quotation — including reproduction of substantial text, images, or research materials, use in another publication or film, or educational/classroom use beyond fair use — please request written permission before proceeding.

Permission requests should be sent to:
LS3 Studios LLC
ls3studiosllc@gmail.com

5. Trademarks

"The Story of Louise" and associated logos and branding used on this Site are trademarks or trade names of LS3 Studios LLC and may not be used without prior written permission.

6. Companion Documentary

The companion documentary film referenced on this Site is a separate work, also written and directed by Leonard Smith III and produced under LS3 Studios LLC. Rights to the film are held separately from the book and are not licensed through this Site.

7. Reporting Infringement

If you believe content on this Site infringes your copyright, please contact us at the email above with a description of the material and your claim, and we will respond promptly.