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04/15/2026

😱 "Send $500 crypto to unlock your $15K deal!" Sound familiar? Fake publishers on LinkedIn are reeling in authors. Red flags: vague creds, pressure, MetaMask pushes. Actionable tips + scenarios to stay safe.
Full post: https://authorsagainstscammers.org/2026/04/15/why-scammers-love-cryptocurrency-to-target-authors/
Comment your close calls (anon OK)!

04/10/2026

"Sarah's $1,200 Wake-Up Call" 💸
Queried Agency X → Fake email raves → "Submission fee to HarperCollins" → Domain mismatch!
Phone verification: No record. Dodged bullet.
Your turn—spot fake agents before they strike: https://authorsagainstscammers.org/2026/04/09/beware-the-fake-literary-agent/
What's YOUR closest call? Comment! 👇

As authors, we pour our hearts into our stories, dreaming of that magical moment when a literary agent discovers our work and propels it toward publication. But scammers know this dream all too well—and they're weaponizing it by impersonating legitimate agencies. At Authors Against Scammers, we're...

04/03/2026

❓ Ever joined a FB author group & got flooded with "DM me for publishing help"?
That's the scam playbook! "New Author’s Group" (39K members) example:
✅ Recent fake admins (3/5 days old)
✅ Spam "Drop your book link!" posts
✅ No rules → vanity press traps
Our FREE checklist spots 10 red flags instantly. Jane saved $2K after reading—will you?
📥 Download now: https://authorsagainstscammers.org/2026/04/03/spotting-fake-facebook-author-groups-your-due-diligence-guide/
What's your worst group experience? Comment below (safe space)! 👇

04/01/2026

5 Reasons "Storycraft Sessions" is a SCAM targeting authors:
• Vague flattery (no book details)
• Charges $100 for "podcast spot" (industry NO-NO)
• Gmail faking real Melbourne club
• Fake review guarantees
• Zero online proof

From Authors Against Scammers: https://authorsagainstscammers.org/2026/03/29/the-storycraft-zoom-call-scam/

Report to phishing.gov & stay safe! Share with your writing group.

03/27/2026

"Scammers—not authors—are at fault. You're not alone."

Heartbreaking $50K fake publisher story + actionable advice to spot vague creds, pressure, and more. Rae Stonehouse shares it all.

Protect your passion:

authorsagainstscammers.org/2026/03/27/how-one-author-lost-50000-to-a-fake-publisher/

Have you dodged a scam? Share your story! 💪

03/26/2026

If you’ve found the discussions here helpful, I’d love to invite you to join our companion group, Authors Against Scammers. It’s a dedicated space where we share real scam alerts, verified warnings, and practical tools to help authors stay safe in the publishing world.
You’re welcome to join us at: Authors Against Scammers (Facebook Group).

03/25/2026

You're hustling on Twitter for book promo—don't let scammers steal your time or cash! Our new guide reveals:
✅ Profile/tweet red flags
✅ "Eager Agent" scam examples
✅ Verify in

03/24/2026

Act Now, Authors! Data breaches hit reader lists & profiles—scammers are ready to strike. HIBP today + OSINT sweeps = peace of mind. "Your words are your power—don't let them steal your story."
🔗 https://authorsagainstscammers.org/2026/03/23/no-dark-web-needed-safe-ways-authors-can-check-if-your-data-is-exposed/

03/22/2026

📚 NEW RESOURCE: Complete Evidence Documentation Guide for Authors

From Authors Against Scammers—your trusted source for scam prevention and author protection.

This isn't just theory. This is the practical system that helps authors successfully recover money from fraudulent marketing providers.

Inside the guide:
• Written communication preservation (emails, DMs, texts)
• Visual records strategy (websites, social media, ads)
• Transaction documentation (receipts, statements, refund requests)
• Service agreement archiving (contracts, promises, guarantees)
• Timeline creation and maintenance
• Folder organization best practices
• Backup redundancy systems
Whether you're currently dealing with a suspicious provider or just want to build protective habits, this guide gives you the framework you need.

Essential reading for every indie author: https://authorsagainstscammers.org/2026/03/22/how-to-document-evidence-for-a-dispute-protecting-yourself-from-marketing-scams/
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03/20/2026

3 Steps to Escape the Upsell Spiral TODAY (Save this post!)
1. Pause: Search "[service] scam" on Reddit/Trustpilot
2. Protect: Prepaid card only—no main bank link
3. Recover: Screenshot everything → chargeback in 60 days
Real talk: It's NOT stupidity—scammers are pros.
Full article + Jane's story: https://authorsagainstscammers.org/2026/03/20/the-upsell-spiral-how-scammers-trap-authors-in-endless-online-fraud/
Share to protect your author friends! 🙌

03/13/2026

🚗 Parked, saw a "Pay Here" QR sticker? Scammers are plastering quishing traps everywhere—scan & boom: fake site steals your info or malware. Ransomware? Yes, if you download.
Real Talk: QR codes are fine. Blind trust isn't.
5-Second Safety:
1. Check URL
2. Trusted only
3. Backups!
Details here: https://authorsagainstscammers.org/2026/03/13/qr-code-scams-whats-real-whats-hype-and-how-to-stay-safe/
Tag a friend who scans everything!