12: Scams Every Children’s Book Author Needs to Watch Out For
Download MP3In this episode of Children’s Book Marketing Made Easy, Harleigh shares some of the most common scams targeting self-published children's book authors today. Self-publishing has created incredible opportunities for children's book authors, but unfortunately, it has also created plenty of opportunities for scammers!
Drawing from her own experiences and conversations with coaching clients, she explains the red flags to watch for so you can protect your time, money, and publishing business.
Drawing from her own experiences and conversations with coaching clients, she explains the red flags to watch for so you can protect your time, money, and publishing business.
What You’ll Learn
- Warning signs that an illustrator may not be legitimate
- How to identify fake reviewer and influencer accounts
- Practical ways to protect yourself and your publishing business from scams
Watch the Original YouTube Video
If you prefer a visual walkthrough, you can watch the original video here:
https://youtu.be/BpqwhZqUTns?si=btnCraNWY27mwtCj
Videos/ Resources Mentioned:
How to Spot Illustrators Using AI: https://youtu.be/MjPXdgvVmew?si=wZsjKmPqTTYHbup_
https://youtu.be/BpqwhZqUTns?si=btnCraNWY27mwtCj
Videos/ Resources Mentioned:
How to Spot Illustrators Using AI: https://youtu.be/MjPXdgvVmew?si=wZsjKmPqTTYHbup_
Free Self-Publishing on Amazon KDP Course: https://www.skool.com/author-growth-academy/classroom/7b128725?md=4e7d49151fe24c8c97785bf787297460
Work With Me + Resources
Book a 1:1 Coaching Call with Me:
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Join My Signature Membership Program to Publish, Launch, and SCALE Your Children's Book Publishing Business:
[60 Minute Zoom Call]
[40 Minute Zoom Call]
Join My Signature Membership Program to Publish, Launch, and SCALE Your Children's Book Publishing Business:
Free Resources for Children's Book Authors
Children's Book Marketing Guide
Instagram Content Planner
Book Launch Team Checklist + Email Templates
Instagram Content Planner
Book Launch Team Checklist + Email Templates
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Creators and Guests
Host
Harleigh Manske
Harleigh Manske is a full-time self-published Children’s Book Author and Illustrator who helps other authors grow their audience, increase book sales, and build a profitable publishing business using simple, organic marketing strategies. Through her podcast, YouTube channel, and resources, she teaches practical systems for Amazon KDP, email list growth, and long-term business success.
