Unmasking the Latest Book Fair Scam: What They Don’t Want You to Know!
So, you got that email, huh? Some slick outfit promising to “showcase” your book at this big, fancy book fair. Sounds dreamy – the spotlight, the buzz, the possible thrill of rubbing elbows with literary giants. But here’s the kicker: if they’re sliding into your inbox unsolicited, flashing deals like a carnival barker, are they really legit – or just some bookish snake oil salesmen? Spoiler alert: real book fairs don’t need to chase authors like this. The only folks making real cash there? The organizers themselves. And those promises of prime shelf space? Often as real as a three-dollar bill. Believe me, I’ve heard stories – authors coughing up thousands, only to get ghosted or handed a laughably Photoshopped “proof” of display. And the sneakiest trick? Convincing authors to fork over cash for bogus republishing services, all part of the elaborate hustle. So, before you hand over a dime, ask yourself: is this a golden opportunity or just a well-dressed con? Dive in savvy, or prepare to get burned. LEARN MORE
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