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27 sie 2018 · These are definitely ones to avoid. You will find alerts for problematic book publishers, such as AuthorHouse, Dog Ear Publishing, Dorrance Publishing, and Page Publishing, just to name a few. You can also find more information about problems with publishers on the Writer Beware Blog.
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- Be Very Wary
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- Book Contract
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- Vanity Presses
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13 sie 2020 · The scammers’ solicitations come out of the blue. Here’s what you might receive: Or this: These approaches are followed by opportunities to spend large amounts of cash. For the Jennifer Jackson scammer, it’s a “review” of your book plus “book insurance and returnability” for a total of $1,400.
15 paź 2024 · Legitimate publishers rarely approach authors unsolicited, especially not for books already available on Amazon. They also don’t typically promise such rapid manuscript reviews. Be wary of any unsolicited publishing offers, especially those requesting your full manuscript.
21 sie 2019 · To help you protect your work, your bank account, and your dignity, we're going to highlight some of the shady companies you should avoid — and give you tips on how to spot a publishing scam at ten paces.
25 maj 2024 · Beware of the scam agents and sharks in self-publishing. I receive an unsolicited email from a long-time publishing scammer almost every week. It reminds me that the publishing seas are still plagued with these untrustworthy sharks. In general terms, these scammers prey on a new author’s dream of becoming published.
15 gru 2023 · If you have been the victim of this type of crime, or if you are contacted by this company, or another one pretending to be a legitimate publisher, immediately report them to their state’s attorney general. Most of those sites have online complaint forms. Unfortunately, many of these firms are located overseas.
15 gru 2023 · I’ve gotten multiple reports of solicitations and fake publishing offer scams using this email address. Scammers often approach as “commission only” literary agents, who claim not to be asking for any upfront money.
