When you were in school, you might have used flashcards to help you remember important information for a test. Whether it was for history, vocabulary words or even science equations,… Take Note of This Writing Technique
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
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
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
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
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”
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
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
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
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