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Shameless Scammer Publishing Mojo is at it again!!!

Published on March 12, 2026 author scams, complaints, Complaints about specific publishers, Print on demand, self-publishing, writing scams

REPEAT AFTER US: Authors don’t pay to print copies for bookstores to sell! Bookstores do!!!

WritersWeekly Trivia Question for 02/27/2026

Published on February 27, 2026

Congrats to Nancy Johnston, who was the first to correctly answer: and in publishing, karma travels fast. From an article in this week’s issue, finish this sentence: Plus, it’s just good karma, and in publishing _______________. ***Please answer the trivia question using our contact form HERE. Do not post your answer in the comments section […]

Could the Person Commissioning That Article Be a Swindler, Attempting to Get Your Bank Info.? – by Andrea Reynolds

Published on February 27, 2026 author scams, promotional pitfalls, writing career advice, writing scams

These 13 clues can save you!

Why Authors Should Cheer Each Other On (And Mean It) By Gary Sturgis – Bestselling author of: SURVIVING GRIEF – 365 Days A Year

Published on February 27, 2026 author, diversify your writing income, social media, writing career advice

It’s not a contest; it’s cross-pollination. Connection is currency in this business!

WritersWeekly Trivia Question for 02/20/2026

Published on February 20, 2026

Congrats to Dorothy Hill Baroch, M. A., for being the first to correctly answer: Baby Luke weighed 8 lbs. 9 oz after he peed on a nurse. How much did Baby Luke weigh AFTER he peed on a nurse? ***Please answer the trivia question using our contact form HERE. Do not post your answer in […]

Baby Luke HAS ARRIVED!!!

Published on February 20, 2026

Sharing pics of this handsome fella!

“Do traditionally published books still end up in bookstores and libraries?”

Published on February 19, 2026 book marketing, Print on demand, promoting your writing, self-publishing, traditional publishing

Why traditional publishing just isn’t what it used to be…

Introducing the Larry, Moe, and Curly Con Men Who Are Spamming Authors! – by David Lippman

Published on February 19, 2026 author, author scams, promotional pitfalls, self-publishing, traditional publishing

My uncle, a con man, said this, “Con men make their living off the desperation of the mark.”

7 Paying Education Markets for Writers – by Karoki Githure

Published on February 19, 2026 diversify your writing income, Paying Markets for Writers, welcomes new writers

The education sector offers numerous opportunities for writers to share their insights on learning, innovation, and teaching while earning an income.

WritersWeekly Trivia Question for 02/07/2026

Published on February 7, 2026

Congrats to Myrna Lou Goldbaum for being the first to correctly answer: Under the Witch’s Mark According to this week’s podcast episode, which one of Rickey Pittman’s books is part autobiographical? ***Please answer the trivia question using our contact form HERE. Do not post your answer in the comments section below. THIS WEEK’S PRIZE: A […]