by Rae Stonehouse | Mar 24, 2026 | Social Media Scams, Blogs, Scam Watch
As authors, freelancers, and creatives building our platforms on Twitter (now X), we’re no strangers to the thrill of a new follower notification. But in a space buzzing with opportunity, scammers lurk, preying on our dreams of book deals, marketing...
by Rae Stonehouse | Mar 23, 2026 | Digital Safety & Data Protection, Blogs, Scam Watch
As authors, we’re no strangers to the digital world—pouring our creativity into manuscripts, building online platforms, and connecting with readers across social media and newsletters. But that visibility comes with risks. Scammers love targeting writers,...
by Rae Stonehouse | Mar 22, 2026 | Marketing & Promotion Scams, Blogs, Scam Watch
How to Document Evidence for a Dispute: Protecting Yourself from Marketing Scams When you’re navigating the world of author marketing and promotion, most interactions go smoothly. But occasionally, you’ll encounter an offer that doesn’t feel quite...
by Rae Stonehouse | Mar 20, 2026 | Blogs, Marketing & Promotion Scams, Scam Watch
As authors and creatives, we’re no strangers to the thrill of building our platforms online—whether through publishing services, marketing tools, or AI writing aids. But scammers exploit this ambition with a sneaky tactic called the upsell spiral, a form of...
by Rae Stonehouse | Mar 18, 2026 | Book-to-Film Scams, Blogs, Scam Watch
🚨 Scam Alert: Fake “Archewell Productions” Film Adaptation Offer Targeting Authors Scammers are once again impersonating well‑known entertainment companies to prey on independent authors, and the latest example is a message circulating on Twitter claiming to...
