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Authors Warned About Book Club Scam Emails

Source: The Guardian Business - Published: 06 Nov 2026 19:33

Authors are increasingly receiving scam emails claiming to be from book clubs, offering to read their works in exchange for a fee. One author shared their experience of responding to such an email, which led to a request for payment for distribution services. This highlights a growing trend of scams targeting writers.

The rise in book club scams reflects a broader issue of online fraud targeting creative professionals. As more authors engage with digital platforms, awareness and vigilance against such scams become crucial for protecting their work and finances.

Briefed by Gibik from the original source.