Beware of Self-Publishing Scammers

This is a terrible story and a reminder of the sometimes-dangerous world of publishing. There are many reputable self-publishing companies, but there are also unfortunately some scammers. That is why it is SO important to research thoroughly before signing -- or paying -- anything.
http://ctwatchdog.com/2010/06/20/self-publishing-books-another-way-to-get-scammed-as-students-discovered
If you are looking into self-publishing, I have been thrilled with my experience publishing with iUniverse