writing scams

Some Tate Publishing Authors are Still Learning They’ve Been Victimized

Published on May 20, 2022 author scams, complaints, Complaints about specific publishers, tate, writing scams

“My mom wrote 3 books, and published them through Tate Publishing and the royalties were to go to my children but…”

Have You Been Denied a Writing Gig Because of Your THOUGHTS on Sexual Orientation?

Published on April 15, 2022 Censorship, diversify your writing income, legal, writing career advice, writing scams

“The editors wrote back, specifically asking about my sexual orientation. I replied that journalism is only about accuracy, presenting facts in an understandable manner, and leaving readers with lasting memories about the presentation….”

Learn from This Author’s EXPENSIVE Mistake!

Published on March 24, 2022 author, author scams, Print on demand, self-publishing, writing scams

I already had an artist design the cover of my book, and the inside of it, too.

World’s Worst Query Letters and Book Proposals For March, 2022!

Published on March 18, 2022 author, worst book proposals and query letters, writing scams, writing tips

Oh, yes! We know you’re excited!! Today, we’re going to share another installment of our popular column!

5 Scams That Prey on Desperate Freelance Writers By Louisa Eunice

Published on March 11, 2022 writing career advice, writing scams

Getting scammed is a painful experience. Here are 5 writing scams that prey on desperate freelancers.

A Former Hollywood Reporter Shares How to REALLY Land a Movie Deal by Anne Taylor

Published on January 13, 2022 author scams, book marketing, specialty markets for writing, writing scams

No-one opens these packages, nor replies to the emails, even if these come directly from publishers.

A Fake Literary Agent + a Fake Movie Studio = Another Scam Targeting Authors

Published on January 6, 2022 author scams, Print on demand, self-publishing, traditional publishing, writing career advice, writing scams

I know it’s tempting. Like a lottery ticket…except FAR more expensive in the end!

Why You Should NOT Hire Just Any Old Tahm, Dikk, or Herry to Edit Your Book

Published on December 3, 2021 author scams, editing, Print on demand, self-publishing, traditional publishing, writing scams

While hiring someone on the cheap might be tempting, don’t do it.

SCAM ALERT: No, Netflix did NOT just email you about turning your book into a movie!

Published on October 15, 2021 author scams, movie rights scams, self-publishing, traditional publishing, writing career advice, writing scams

If Netflix was actually interested in your book, they would not send you such a generic letter.

“Online/Virtual Book Fair?” Don’t Bother….

Published on October 1, 2021 book marketing, book signing advice, promoting your writing, promotional pitfalls, self-publishing, writing scams

I was spammed this week by an organization that hosts book fairs. Of course, it’s all online again this year. No in-person meetings. No people walking around viewing books laid out on tables. Nobody shaking hands with literary agents. You know. It’s really…nothing of value to authors AT ALL.