Simon & Schuster Joins Forces With Author Solutions To Rip Off Writers | David Gaughran

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A Friend posted this blog link on the Facebook My Writing Buddies Group: (join in if you haven't already).   The blog answers a question that nags many writers, wanting to publish. The costs estimates should include some basics and be careful of ripoffs!
Simon & Schuster Joins Forces With Author Solutions To Rip Off Writers | David Gaughran: "That price tag doesn’t include any real editing, just an assessment which – according to their own website – is “not a replacement” for editorial services but “a preliminary diagnostic tool.”

But what if you need proper editing? Fear not! Simon & Schuster is here to help. "

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