Exposed: The $26K Bookstore Plot Promising Fame That Could Cost You Everything
Think about this for a second: what if you were handed a “deal” that promised your book would be stocked in 150 major bookstores, only to find out you’d owe $26,000 upfront for it? Sounds like a dream that turns into a nightmare faster than you can say “print run,” right? Well, that’s exactly the kind of twisted scam making rounds now—one so brazen, it flips the entire publishing world upside down. An author recently flagged this sham; a fake contract, dressed up to look legit, but riddled with glaring errors and deceptive fine print that any savvy writer should spot a mile away. Yet, despite the red flags, these schemes still snag the unwary, draining their pockets and squeezing hope dry. I’ve sifted through the mess—those bogus royalty clauses, suspicious bookstore “printing costs,” and laughable return policies—and trust me, it’s all smoke and mirrors. If you’ve ever wondered whether the publishing game has a crooked side, well, here it is, stripped bare and ugly as hell. Brace yourself—you’ll want to know what to watch out for before the next “publisher” slides a contract across your desk. LEARN MORE
We’ll be discussing this on our next Podcast episode, as well as other scams that have emerged that are currently targeting authors and writers.
