Inside the Minds of Industry Insiders: Unmasking Scams, Author Egos, and the AI Revolution

Ever wonder how even the savviest authors—those who’ve been around the publishing block more than once—can still get snared by shadowy overseas scam artists lurking behind the literary curtain? Well, buckle up, because this week’s episode brings together Stacey Smekofske and Troy Lambert, two publishing pros who know the industry’s ins and outs and aren’t shy about exposing its darker corners. As laughter mingles with serious talk, the chat spirals from cunning cons to the fraught debate over AI in writing, peppered with juicy tales from the trenches of author adventures and misadventures. And if you think distinguishing a good book from a truly great one is a simple task—think again. This is a two-part deep dive you won’t want to miss, packed with insights, chuckles, and maybe a few surprises. Ready to see behind the publishing smokescreen? LEARN MORE

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