03/06/2026
Have you received a hooking, incredibly flattering email lately from a "book club" praising your latest release? Before you engage, take a closer look.
A Book Club Scam is making the rounds, targeting authors and publishers. They read your social media, quote your reviews, and make themselves seem like a legitimate group. But once you say yes to their invitations—whether it be a promotion, an award, or a marketing strategy—they will start asking you for fees or freebies.
Real book clubs want to read your book. They don't charge you for the privilege, and they don't hand out promotions for cash.
See our quick guide on how to spot these publishing pirates! Have you seen an email like this in your inbox lately? Let’s warn each other in the comments below.
