Several blogs have been written and warnings sent out regarding scams. I’ve received one. Here’s the opening paragraph:

Congratulations on publishing As the Crow Flies! P.J. Benson’s adventures, from unexpected dangers to the humor of her Rhodesian Ridgeback puppy, make for a captivating and entertaining read. I love how you balance suspense, mystery, and character-driven storytelling, keeping readers guessing while connecting with P.J.’s personality and her quirky world. Your ability to mix intrigue with charm makes this series stand out.

The email came from a woman I’ve never heard of or from. (Evidently the contact is usually from a woman.) She loves my book. She wants to help me sell more books. I should be thrilled, not suspicious. But wait! AS THE CROW FLIES, the second book in the P.J. Benson Mystery series was published in 2011. What about the first Crow book (THE CROWS) or the third and fourth books in the series? SOMETHING TO CROW ABOUT is the one I’d really like help promoting.

The email promised a personalized marketing roadmap showing exactly how to position my book for lasting visibility, a high impact video trailer, and a placement strategy that would ensure my book would stand out across key reader communities and market places. The first step was to request a free Visibility Snapshot for As the Crow Flies. “This no obligation overview highlights your book’s current reach and its growth potential. Simply reply with “Send my snapshot” and I will prepare it for you,” she says.