It may be hard to believe, but Christmas is only two days away! Because we’re in the midst of the holiday season, we at Dorrance Publishing wanted to give you a great novel to enjoy while curled up next to the fireside – or better yet, you can…
The writing journey is just that – a journey. It can be filled with ups and down, roadblocks and detours, but in the end, your path can lead to a published book. So, as you’re furiously writing or typing away the words of your manuscript, all…
Every day, we use our founder, Gordon Dorrance’s pioneering spirit to empower and inspire everyone “with a book in them” to make their publishing dreams a reality. That’s why we try to regularly provide you with helpful writing tips and…
Before you even begin to write your story, it’s important to choose how your novel will be narrated. Choosing the right narration style can seem difficult, but it doesn’t have to be. Let’s see our top contenders and determine how to pick the…
People all over the United States are preparing for their festive feasts as Thanksgiving Day quickly approaches! Though this holiday is meant to serve as a reminder to give thanks and to spend quality time with your family and friends, many also…
It’s that time of the year again: It’s National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo)! This month-long celebration of the art of writing began on November 1 and will last until 11: 59 p.m. on November 30. NaNoWriMo gives writers a mission: Be creative…
Amazon is the largest Internet-based retailer in the United States, but did not have a physical store presence – until now. This ecommerce powerhouse recently unveiled its latest endeavor: their first brick-and-mortar bookstore! On Tuesday,…
Though Halloween has come and gone, that doesn’t mean that you have to put away those horror stories. A good scare is always in season, so if you’ve always wanted to write a bone-chilling thriller of your own, we’re here to help. Here are five…
On Saturday, October 31, countless ghosts and goblins will fill the streets in search of some sweet treats. Halloween weekend is right around the corner, and if you’re looking for one last thrilling scare, we have the perfect book for you. Haunted…
“All good things must come to an end.” This notion holds especially true when referring to the ending of your book. From the very first word of your novel to the very last word, your goal is to paint a picture for your readers of the story that…
