Writers Warned of Rising Book Club and Book Review Scams

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A new alert published on September 19, 2025, by the Writer Beware blog cautions authors about a resurgence of scams targeting the publishing community. The schemes involve fraudulent book clubs and fake book review offers, echoing the tactics of classic advance-fee fraud. Scammers typically pose as legitimate literary organizations to lure writers with promises of exposure or sales. Authors are advised to scrutinize unsolicited offers carefully before engaging or sharing personal and financial information.

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