How to Sniff Out a Publishing Scam

Описание: It's important for all authors to know how to protect their work, and this includes knowing how to spot a publishing scam or scam agent. Scam publishers or agents prey on authors and their work, and this can have a longterm effect on authors by costing them financially, or damaging the success and future publication options for their work. Luckily there are some tell-tale signs that can help you spot scam agents or publishers who might be trying to take advantage of you and your work, and by knowing them you can keep your work safe!

TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Intro
0:55 - Reputable agents and publishers won't contact you first
2:54 - Agents and publishers won't charge you anything
4:22 - Watch out for marketing upsells

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