Mermaid PublishersReviews of mermaidpublishers.com

I have had a terrible experience with mermaid publishing. They currently have a book that I wrote, called Carter Creek country boy, for sale on Amazon Kindle direct. They were never given any rights to publish or sell my book. I paid Meta Ghostwriters to edit and publish my book and they did a terrible job of editing so I took it down because it needs to be edited properly. Mermaid publishing has stolen my book and has it for sale without my permission. I don't know whether they copyrighted it in their name as co conspirators with Meta Ghostwriters, but I am not able to find out who holds the copyright. It appears that they stole my writing and my cover picture. I have tried to call them and I get no answers. They seem to be very dishonest and evil. I would recommend you not have anything to do with them.

MERMAID PUBLISHERS CLAIM TO HAVE PUBLISHED MY BOOK "THE STARS AREN'T ONLY IN THE SKY" I'm GARY A. RUBIN THE AUTHOR OF THIS BOOK AND AUTHOR OF "BIG DREAMS AND THE DETROIT RECORD BUSINESS" I AM NOT PUBLISHED WITH "MERMAID PUBLISHERS!"

THIS IS A CRIMINAL ENTERPRISE OPERATING AS A PUBLISHER. They are based in Karachi Pakistan. They operate under several business names including: Mermaid Publishing, Mermaid Press, Amazon Publishing Central, Amazon Publishing Pro, Book Publishing Team, Meta Mavericks, and E Pub Services, LLC. They will sell you a $4000 marketing package, do minimal work, and once they have gained your trust you will receive an email or letter pretending to be someone like Barnes and Noble, Waterstones, Google, or a charity saying they want to purchase your book. You may even receive an email believing it is someone directly connected with Barnes and Noble. It is fake! You pay for the printing, and they will pay your royalties in 90 days as a “test” for future orders. IT IS A SCAM! B&N DOES NOT ORDER BOOKS THIS WAY! I lost over $30,000. I have filed criminal charges with California law enforcement, and there are open investigations with the FBI and Federal Trade Commission. AVOID THESE COMPANIES AT ALL COST!

This is by far the worst company I have ever done business with. They have cases pending with the better business bureau as well as forged documents to try and get you to purchase copies of your books from them. They are thieves hiding under the identity of a publishing company. If you want your money stolen, I suggest you use these guys because that is all they are good for. Scam artist at its finest. It takes a truly evil person to prey on peoples hopes and dreams and that is exactly what they do. This company is sick, may everyone read this before they hand over their hard-earned money for false promises. I do not wish my experience creating my first book with these guys on my worst enemy. Stay away, these people are evil.

BEWARE! Please DO NOT go with book advertising with this company. They promise the moon, but deliver pebbles. Sure they advertise, where and when they want, but they charge thousands and get FEW results. DO NOT DO THE $4,000 PACKAGE FOR PODCASTS. IT'S FRUITLESS.The only thing they did well was the actual publishing, but I had to do most of the editing. I've lost over $7,000 with this company. I started a year ago with them and most of my sales are from my own efforts. Don't be seduced by their smooth talk!! Get out before you sign anything with them or AMAZON PUBLISHING CENTRAL, their affiliate!

I was asked by Ashley to remove my review do to his supervisors, and as soon as i did to let him know then they will help with the name change on my book and send the 5 books promised me a year ago in October. But as soon as I took down the review his phone was no longer in service after I called him. All I need was an update to the name and the five book promised in our CONTRACT !!!!!! Now that I delt with this company, yet again. I HIGHLY suggest NEVER use this company!!!!!!!

Writing my book was a beautiful, personal experience — something I created as a legacy for my mother and daughter. Unfortunately, working with Mermaid Publishers turned what should have been a fulfilling journey into a frustrating and financially draining ordeal. At the beginning, communication from Mermaid was frequent and reassuring. I received calls and texts and was sent an invoice for what I believed was the full cost of their publishing service. However, that turned out to be only the first of many unexpected charges. Mermaid Publishers never provided a clear or complete outline of what was required to publish the book or how much it would ultimately cost. Every time I reached a milestone, I was hit with more fees for services they claimed were “necessary” — none of which were disclosed in advance. I feel misled and taken advantage of. What began as a dream quickly became a nightmare of vague communication, shifting requirements, and ongoing financial demands. I am filing this complaint in hopes of warning others and prompting an investigation into Mermaid Publishers’ business practices.

Holding money ment for sales of my book from B&N & AMAZON