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Why You Need a Writing Friend, and How to Find One

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May. 24th, 2017

As authors, we’re part of an unofficial club whose members have all worked toward the same goal: Becoming a published author. That hard work earns you a membership badge of… Why You Need a Writing Friend, and How to Find One

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Gain Inspiration from These Three Writing Prompts

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May. 16th, 2017

Growing as a writer takes discipline and a willingness to make small sacrifices to chase after your dreams with fervent effort. While you may be wringing your hands in anxiety… Gain Inspiration from These Three Writing Prompts

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Dorrance Book Spotlight: “To the Tree and Back”

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May. 9th, 2017

Dorrance author, Charlie Bud, loves the great outdoors. Whether he’s camping, hiking or fishing, his love for all things nature is apparent in his 300-page paperback book, To the Tree… Dorrance Book Spotlight: “To the Tree and Back”

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Scare up a Good Read with these Three Tips

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May. 3rd, 2017

Even though Halloween is five months away, there’s nothing like a good horror story. Some of the best horror novels had us slowly flipping to the next page as we… Scare up a Good Read with these Three Tips

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Why Writing Is Good for You

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Apr. 25th, 2017

Have you ever been so engrossed in writing that when you finally snap out of it, you take a step back and realize how great you feel? You’ve accomplished something… Why Writing Is Good for You

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Quick and Easy Editing Tips

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Apr. 18th, 2017

Editing is a part of the writing journey that many authors try to avoid like the plague. It’s a tedious, detail-oriented exercise that requires patience and the ability to apply… Quick and Easy Editing Tips

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Productivity Tips for Writers

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Apr. 11th, 2017

From sunup to sundown, we’re constantly being pulled in different directions as try to keep pace with the moving pieces of our lives. While our daily routines can be hectic… Productivity Tips for Writers

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Dorrance Book Spotlight: Unsung

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Apr. 5th, 2017

Recently, we published a blog that offered our readers some helpful tips on how to write an autobiography. To keep with that theme, we’re putting the spotlight on Dorrance author,… Dorrance Book Spotlight: Unsung

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Imagery In Writing

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Mar. 28th, 2017

Think of yourself as a photographer with your camera in hand, ready to take a picture and capture the moment. As an author, you’re aiming for the same goal, but… Imagery In Writing

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What’s a Metaphor?

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Mar. 21st, 2017

Our blog is intended to be a resource for writers who want to learn more, enhance their craft and try something new. With that being said, we’re getting back-to-basics today… What’s a Metaphor?

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