Mickey the Monkey and Mandy
Dorrance author EC Newall, a native of Scotland, was inspired to write by her grandchildren. In 2010, she took that inspiration and transformed it into a 30 page book,Mickey the… Mickey the Monkey and Mandy
Exercise your Creativity with These Five Writing Prompts
The saying “practice makes perfect” has withstood the test of time, and rightfully so. In virtually all aspects of life, practice is important. Whether it’s for a sport or in… Exercise your Creativity with These Five Writing Prompts
Associate Yourself with This Writing Trick
We’ve all been there before. It’s not quite writer’s block, but it’s on the cusp of that same idea. There seems to be an imaginary mental block that’s inhibiting you… Associate Yourself with This Writing Trick
Spring Forward with These Five Writing Tips
Though we lost an hour of sleep this past weekend, in today’s blog you’re going to gain some knowledge! At Dorrance Publishing, it’s our job and our goal to help… Spring Forward with These Five Writing Tips
Travelling the World to “Far Away Places”
For many, traveling the world ranks high on their bucket list. For Dorrance author Roberta M. Baty, a vagabond at heart, she discovered her knack for writing as she traveled… Travelling the World to “Far Away Places”
How to Use Your Senses When Writing
Have you ever read a book that felt so real you could actually smell the meal that the character was cooking, or feel the slight, cool breeze that was blowing… How to Use Your Senses When Writing
Four Reasons You Should Outline Your Novel
To outline or not to outline? That is the question. If you’re just starting on your book writing journey but don’t know where to begin, an outline can help. What’s… Four Reasons You Should Outline Your Novel
Three Easy Tips for Writing Flashbacks
In a previous blog post, we talked about how flashbacks can give your plot a boost. But they can be tricky to write. A flashback is a scene from the… Three Easy Tips for Writing Flashbacks
“Three Simple Questions,” One Dorrance Author
Every day, when our eyes open in the morning, we make a choice. A choice as to whether or not we do things in that 24-hour time span that will… “Three Simple Questions,” One Dorrance Author
Where Did These Famous Writers Find Inspiration?
In last week’s blog, we talked about the idea of writing anywhere. Some find great success in writing their book behind a desk. Take Charles Dickens, for example. He loved… Where Did These Famous Writers Find Inspiration?
