Predatory publishers at ChristmasEmails from predatory publishers are gifts which keep on giving. Some classics from this year include the following...
A journal focused on traffic and transportation was “deeply impressed” by our paper on data breaches. A few journals wanted to “get to know your precious paper” with the intention of publishing more of our work, and then there was the highly personal approach of addressing correspondence to “Dear Dr. Colleague”. We weren't fooled by these howlers, but some offers are more sophisticated. Read our guide, How to spot predatory publishers to avoid being caught out. |