by Rae Stonehouse | Jul 25, 2026 | Blogs
The author community has seen a surge in “ARC platforms” claiming to be Amazon compliant while quietly operating as paid review funnels. One of the newest entrants is SoonABook, a website aggressively advertising on Facebook and promising authors fast, guaranteed...
by Rae Stonehouse | Jul 21, 2026 | Blogs
In recent years, a terrifying new form of cyber‑enabled extortion has exploded across India, Southeast Asia, and parts of Africa: loan‑app scams. These operations look like simple predatory lending at first glance, but beneath the surface they are something far darker...
by Rae Stonehouse | Jul 17, 2026 | Blogs
How Scammers Use Fake Prize Winnings to Drain Victims Financially The Publishers Clearing House (PCH) brand has been around for decades, famous for its Prize Patrol, oversized checks, and surprise home visits. That long‑standing reputation is exactly why scammers love...
by Rae Stonehouse | Jul 14, 2026 | Blogs
A real‑world example of how scammers now use AI to impersonate authors, build trust, and funnel victims toward paid schemes Introduction Scammers evolve. And in 2024–2026, they’ve evolved faster than most authors realize. This post documents a real AI‑assisted...
by Rae Stonehouse | Jul 10, 2026 | Blogs
Imagine receiving a frantic call from your child’s voice, crying that they’ve been in a terrible accident and need money immediately. Your heart races, your hands shake, and you’re ready to do anything to help. There’s just one problem: your...
by Rae Stonehouse | Jul 7, 2026 | Blogs
A new wave of 419 advance‑fee fraud emails is circulating, falsely claiming to come from Woodforest National Bank and signed by “Mr. James Dreibelbis.” The message promises an impossible $36 million ATM card, demands a $100 fee via cryptocurrency or gift cards, and...