If a publisher says “we love your book”, offers you a publishing contract — and then asks you to pay — pause before you sign. Paying for services isn’t always a red flag, but it matters how you’re paying, what you’re getting, and who keeps control. You’ve done the hard work. You’ve written a manuscript. […]
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