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Avoid Publishing Scams

Publishing Fraud Alert

At London Book Publisher, we understand the value of a well-told story and the trust authors place in professional publishing services. Unfortunately, the publishing industry has recently seen an increase in fraudulent activity, with individuals falsely presenting themselves as representatives of legitimate publishing organisations.

We have become aware that scammers are impersonating London Book Publisher, including claiming to be members of our editorial team, publishing staff, or associated literary professionals. These individuals often approach writers with promises of publishing opportunities or supposed partnerships with our company. In many cases, they gradually build trust and then request payments from authors for arranging a publishing agreement or for so-called required services, certifications, or processing charges. These claims are fraudulent and have no connection with London Book Publisher.

Please note that London Book Publisher does not charge authors simply to review or consider a manuscript. We also do not require writers to purchase outside services for their work to be evaluated or considered for publication.

We have also seen instances where scammers use the London Book Publisher name, logo, or the names of publishing professionals to produce fake agreements, letters of interest, or other documents designed to appear legitimate. Our company does not authorise these materials. Authors should treat such documents with caution, particularly if they are shared as screenshots or unofficial files.

If someone claims to represent London Book Publisher but is not contacting you through our official company email domain, we strongly advise you not to trust the communication. Fraudsters often create email addresses that appear similar to legitimate business accounts in order to mislead writers.

Authors are encouraged to remain cautious when approached by anyone claiming to represent a publishing company. If a message, offer, or request seems unusual, it is always best to verify the source directly through the official London Book Publisher website or recognised contact channels.

London Book Publisher remains committed to maintaining transparency, professionalism, and a safe publishing environment for authors who trust us with their work.

Please be aware that London Book Publisher does not work with, endorse or have any relationship with the following entities:

  • London eBook House
  • London Publishing Partnership
  • London Book Publishers
  • London Publisher
  • London Book Publishing
  • London Books Publisher
  • London-BSooks

Reporting Concerns

If you think your organisation or name has been listed by mistake, please get in touch with our team at complaints@londonbookpublisher.co.uk so we can review the matter.

We encourage writers to approach London Book Publishing professionally. Many authors work with a literary agent when submitting their manuscript, as agents can help with the submission process.

If you want to approach us, you can learn more about submitting your work here: London Book Publisher Submission Guidelines.

Guidance for Authors

  • Be careful if you get a message about your writing from someone claiming to be an agent or someone connected to London Book Publisher.
  • If someone contacts you on social media, messaging apps or by phone claiming to represent London Book Publisher, ask them to send a message from their official company email address.
  • Always check the sender’s email address carefully. Official emails will only come from email addresses ending with @londonbookpublisher.co.uk.
  • Some fraudulent emails or agreements may include our company name, logo or even the names of staff members to appear credible.
  • If you’re unsure about the sender’s identity, don’t open attachments or follow links in the message.
  • London Book Publisher does not work with agencies that sell editorial, marketing, or publishing services while claiming to act on our behalf.
  • When we review manuscripts, London Book Publisher will not ask authors for payment, banking details, or financial information.
  • You are not required to provide materials like book trailers or marketing videos when submitting a manuscript.
  • Before entering into any agreement with a service provider, consider seeking independent legal advice.
  • If you think you’ve been targeted by a scam or have lost money, contact the authorities immediately.
  • If you have concerns about a communication claiming to represent London Book Publisher, please contact us at info@londonbookpublisher.co.uk.

Phishing Alert

Phishing is a type of fraud in which scammers try to obtain information through fake emails or messages. These messages often attempt to persuade individuals to click on links or provide personal details.

Phishing messages may promise publishing opportunities, financial rewards, or claim there is an issue with an account or payment. The goal is to persuade recipients to act quickly.

These attacks can lead to financial loss, unauthorised access to personal data, or identity theft. Writers should remain cautious of messages requesting unusual information.

Official communication from London Book Publisher will only come from email addresses ending with @londonbookpublisher.co.uk.

Practical Tips

  • Check the sender’s email address carefully.
  • Legitimate emails from London Book Publishing will not come from free services like Gmail or Yahoo.
  • If you receive a payment request to an unfamiliar account, verify it using a trusted phone number.
  • Do not click suspicious links or download unknown attachments.
  • Hover over links before clicking to confirm they lead to legitimate websites.
  • Look for spelling mistakes or unusual formatting in emails.
  • If unsure about an email, verify it by contacting us at complaints@londonbookpublisher.co.uk.
  • London Book Publisher will never contact individuals by text message without written consent.

Author Impersonation

There have been cases where social media accounts have been created to impersonate authors associated with publishing companies.

For Readers
  • Confirm that messages claiming to be from an author come from verified accounts.
  • If you believe an account is impersonating an author, avoid engaging and report the account.
For Authors
  • If you discover accounts impersonating you, report them to the platform immediately.

How to Report Impersonation

Useful Resources

Contact

For questions or to report suspected fraud relating to London Book Publisher, please contact:

complaints@londonbookpublisher.co.uk

You may also contact local law enforcement or the national cybercrime reporting service in your region.

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