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How One Author Lost $50,000 to a Fake Publisher — And How You Can Avoid the Same Trap

by Rae Stonehouse | Mar 27, 2026 | Fake Publishers, Blogs, Scam Watch

  Scams in the publishing world aren’t new, but their sophistication is growing. Every week, authors—especially indie authors—share stories of being targeted by fake agents, predatory publishers, and “marketing experts” who promise the world and deliver nothing....

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