# Author warns of scam fan mail after replying to a fraudster

A writer for The Guardian describes being inundated with fraudulent fan letters and recounts what happened when they decided to write back. The essay highlights a growing scam targeting authors, and why even a seemingly harmless reply can carry risks.

**Importance:** 2/5

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- [The Guardian Culture](https://www.theguardian.com/books/2026/nov/01/like-many-authors-im-bombarded-by-scam-fan-mail-i-wasnt-prepared-for-what-would-happen-when-i-wrote-back) — Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:00:12 GMT