A pen name, otherwise known as a pseudonym, is an assumed name that an author will publish under, rather than his or her real name. Some of the most well-known, famous authors have used a pen name to conceal their identities. For instance, have you…

Over the past few months, we have discussed a variety of ways in which an author can promote a new book.  We’ve talked about book signings, 

Once upon a time, there was a writer who wanted to become a published author. But not just any type of author – she wanted to publish a short story anthology. So, she turned to Dorrance Publishing to turn that dream into a reality. After working…

In the world of promotions, book reviews are a great source to utilize in order to strengthen and bolster your efforts. As a newly published author, getting book reviews can be a challenge, but it’s certainly not insurmountable. The first step…

Memorial Day is reserved for the remembrance of those who have died in active military service. This year, Memorial Day will be observed on Monday, May 26. Whether they were written in honor of Memorial Day or to recount past historical events,…

You’ve probably heard the famous saying, “a picture is worth a thousand words.”  This phrase is especially true when talking about the importance of illustrations in books. Though the words of your storyline are important, illustrations are…

A memoir is an account of a person’s personal life and experiences and is, in many ways, an autobiography. Sometimes, putting words to paper and writing about your own life can be a challenging yet therapeutic experience. Reliving certain moments…

To close out April, also known as National Poetry Month, we wanted to write a blog that would offer a newly published author tips on how to effectively promote their new poetry book. As with other genres, poetry books open up the door to a wide…