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Why You Need a Writing Friend, and How to Find One

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May. 24th, 2017

As authors, we’re part of an unofficial club whose members have all worked toward the same goal: Becoming a published author. That hard work earns you a membership badge of… Why You Need a Writing Friend, and How to Find One

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Scare up a Good Read with these Three Tips

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May. 3rd, 2017

Even though Halloween is five months away, there’s nothing like a good horror story. Some of the best horror novels had us slowly flipping to the next page as we… Scare up a Good Read with these Three Tips

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Why Writing Is Good for You

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Apr. 25th, 2017

Have you ever been so engrossed in writing that when you finally snap out of it, you take a step back and realize how great you feel? You’ve accomplished something… Why Writing Is Good for You

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Productivity Tips for Writers

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Apr. 11th, 2017

From sunup to sundown, we’re constantly being pulled in different directions as try to keep pace with the moving pieces of our lives. While our daily routines can be hectic… Productivity Tips for Writers

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Dorrance Writing Challenge: Random Writing

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Mar. 14th, 2017

As a writer, you know a thing or two about the importance of organization when writing a book. Not only do you have to create an intriguing setting and develop… Dorrance Writing Challenge: Random Writing

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Three Tips for Starting an Autobiography

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Jan. 17th, 2017

Everyone has a story. If you’ve lived a life that you’re proud of or one that’s filled with amazing experiences or anecdotes that you want to share with others, an… Three Tips for Starting an Autobiography

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Three Biography Writing Tips

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Jan. 10th, 2017

There are certain people and situations that take place in history that evoke emotions within us and leave a lasting impression in our lives. Sometimes, we become so interested in… Three Biography Writing Tips

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How to Use the Signpost Method

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Dec. 6th, 2016

We all approach writing differently. Some writers are able to sit down and crank out pages upon pages of copy, while others take their time and methodically work through their… How to Use the Signpost Method

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NaNoWriMo: Epilogue Writing Tips

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Nov. 30th, 2016

National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) comes to a close at 11:59 p.m. on November 30th, so we thought this would be the perfect time to offer you some last-minute tips… NaNoWriMo: Epilogue Writing Tips

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Stephen King’s Tips for Writing

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Nov. 16th, 2016

At Dorrance Publishing, we want our blog to be a resource center for our authors, providing helpful information on how to market your book, new techniques to try during the… Stephen King’s Tips for Writing

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