Aspiring Writers Beware: There are book publishing industry scams with your name on it!

With so many “wanna be” writers trying their luck at getting published, there is just as many publishing industry scams set up to prey on the desperate. It is imperative that when you delve into the writer’s world, you understand it without a hint of naiveté. From the legal aspect -such as copywriting and plagiarism- to the publishing end -such as looking for agents and self publishing- you really need to familiarize yourself with the fundamentals that establish this industry.

In order to achieve the above, it is necessary that you not only stay abreast of the publishing industry, but you also become savvy with technicalities that include industry terms. Just as there are a huge number of publishing scam artists out there, there are just as many resources available that warn against such intrusions, as well as informational resources ready and willing to assist, guide and teach you throughout your publishing journey. All you have to do is find the credible resources, and with the internet, that task has been made easier for us.

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Further reading

The Street Smart Writer: Self Defense against Sharks and Scams in the Writing World by Jenna Glatzer, Daniel Steven-This publication teaches aspiring writers how to "avoid frauds and unsavory deals" in the publishing industry. You can also find ways to find an honest agent, understand the benefits of vanity publishing, and how to avoid losing your shirt when signing a contract.

Guide to Literary Agents 2009 by Chuck Sambuchino- covers all areas of the writing industry including “Sealing the Deal and Sign on the Dotted Line: Research Your Options and Beware of Scams.”

Everything Guide to Writing a Book Proposal: Insider Advice on How to Get Your Work Published by Meg Elaine Schneider, Barbara Doyen-Coverage in this publication includes how to avoid common mistakes and scams, as well as how to deal with the contractual issues.

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