I went over to Writer Beware but the website was gone...so hope this is okay to ask here.
I'm going my research on a small press that liked a pitch. Dancing Lemur Press. I recognize a couple of the authors they publish, but am wondering if they're legit and if anyone is familiar with them? Have also asked on Sub It Club and gotten one answer there.
Thank you!
I was able to access Writer Beware still. The url is https://www.sfwa.org/other-resources/for-authors/writer-beware/
But of course you can ask here! I did a little digging and found nothing on Writer Beware, but I did come across an article on ISWG (Insecure Writer's Support Group) https://www.insecurewriterssupportgroup.com/2017/04/three-publishers-weigh-in-on-queries.html?m=1
The most important point I found on them in the article is that they claim that none of their support comes at any cost to the author, which means they're likely not a vanity press. I do not know if there are other complaints out there about them.
You can also always tweet at @VictoriaStrauss to inquire directly. She's very good at responding and is the individual behind Writer Beware.
Absolute Write Water Cooler site is down due to online attacks and they're working to bring it back up. You can find updates on both their twitter and facebook accounts.
Hope this helps!