When it comes to writing fiction, interesting characters are essential to a book that will keep readers engaged. Here are some tips for writing interesting characters that apply across all genres and story types. 1.) Direct vs Indirect There are…
Every good story has an established setting. Your novel has to exist somewhere – your characters can’t just float in space (and even that would be a setting!) Having a specific setting not only makes your story easier to understand, but can aid…
In today’s literary world, a successful author needs to have an online presence. While social media is typically thought of as the go-to option, a website or blog will help any writer get their name out there. If you’re not web savvy, it may be…
This week, we feature the recently published memoir and story collection The AJK Anthology. This work is not your typical memoir – Artemios Korkidis grew up on the island of Crete during Nazi occupation. He would later migrate to New York City….
Imagine a place where there are more booksellers than students. A tiny village where people come almost exclusively to shop for books. Well, this village exists! In Spain, the tiny village of Urueña boasts a strong industry of bookstores….
Fantasy is a popular fiction genre at Dorrance Publishing. Here at Dorrance, we accept a wide variety of fantasy novels and books. We want to encourage fantasy writers in their efforts to write the next great fantasy book. Here are some things to…
Writing a nonfiction book can be challenging, especially if it is your first time doing so. The following are some do’s and don’ts to keep in mind while you work on your nonfiction book. Know Why You’re Writing It is important to have a clear…
There is a lot of information to be found on how to write a book. For novelists, one can find out how to develop characters, how to outline your plot, how to describe a setting, how to write dialogue, and more. For nonfiction writers, there is so…
