I entered my photo into their contest. When I entered there were no entry fees, and not once did they state that there would be any cost involved. I received a letter stating that my photo won in their contest, and that I could purchase a book Endless Journeys from them for $69. That my photo would be published in that book. I chose at that time not to order the book. Awhile later I received an email saying that I won a trophy and a bronze medal. The cost would only be $169 plus s&h to receive my prizes, since they claimed I was unable to attend the convention, when I was never notified of any convention to pick up my prizes.
This is a short paragraph of an email I was sent by them..."Before going any further, Lynn, let me make one thing clear... You were selected for publication on the basis of your previously published photo. Your new photo, which you will select for this edition, will be accepted for publication on the basis of your previous accomplishments. Your prior photo was among the most interesting pictures we have encountered, so we wish to feature your artistry in this special edition and make this special prize money available to you and the others who have been chosen. You are under no obligation whatsoever to submit any entry fee or subsidy payment, or to make any purchase of any kind."
But then they ask for money to claim my prizes. They are a complete rip-off and should be stopped before they scam even more people. The worst part is they have a personal photograph of a family member that who knows what they are going to do with it, and probably will cash in themselves using my photo.
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