When I finished my first children’s book, it felt like a miracle. Then came the emails: glowing feedback, promises of marketing, a contract with a hybrid publisher. Soon there were video calls, beautiful illustrations, a professional‑looking launch – and then the really big offers.​

A 1,000‑copy order from a major US bookstore.
A stand at the London Book Fair.
A marketing plan with influencers and articles in major outlets.
Later, even a supposed animation deal worth 250,000 euros.​

Over 18 months, more than thirteen people were involved in a sophisticated scam that targeted not just my money, but my hope. In this short, raw and honest account, I walk you through every step: the red flags I ignored, the tactics used to keep me paying, and how I finally uncovered the truth.​

If you are an aspiring author, self‑publisher or creative considering paying a “publishing service”, this e-book is your warning and your companion. By the end, you will recognize the danger signs – and you will know how to protect both your work and yourself.​

Ready to protect yourself and your book? 

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