Skip to content
  • Dorrance Publishing
  • Contact Us
  • |
  • 1-800-695-9599
  • Dorrance Publishing
  • About
    • The Dorrance Story
    • FAQ
    • Press
  • Services
    • Publishing Services
    • Writing Coach
    • Manuscript Development
    • Book Promotion Products
  • How It Works
    • Step 1: Consultation
    • Step 2: Production
    • Step 3: Promotion
    • Step 4: Distribution
    • Step 5: Fulfillment
  • Success
    • Testimonials
    • Author Events
    • Authors in the News
    • Book Reviews
  • Bookstore
  • Blog
  • BECOME AN AUTHOR!
  • Login
Made in America
  1. Home
  2. writing challenge

Tag: “writing challenge”

  • Back to Blog

Writing Prompt: Villain Intro

By: dev-dorrance
A New HopeDarth VaderintrointroductionStar WarsThe Dark KnightThe Jokervillainwriting challengewriting exercisewriting prompt

Aug. 12th, 2021

Picture some of the greatest villains in pop culture: Darth Vader, Moriarty, Thanos, Hannibal Lecter, Voldemort, The Joker, etc. What do they all have in common? There are many elements… Writing Prompt: Villain Intro

Read More Writing Prompt: Villain Intro

Writing Prompt: Opposite Day

By: dev-dorrance
charactercharacter buildinghobbiesinsightsOpposite Dayprotagonistscenessituationwriting challengewriting prompt

Jul. 15th, 2021

The characters you write are very specific with their habits, idiosyncrasies, hopes, dreams, fears, desires, etc. As a writer, once you get to know your characters you know them inside… Writing Prompt: Opposite Day

Read More Writing Prompt: Opposite Day

How to Pick Up Writing Again

By: dev-dorrance
book clubmanuscriptorganizationschedulewriter's blockwriter's groupwriter's workshopwritingwriting challengewriting prompt

Sep. 10th, 2020

You hear it all the time- true writers must be writing constantly, always working on their craft. Though this message can be motivating at times, it can also make you… How to Pick Up Writing Again

Read More How to Pick Up Writing Again

Writing Prompt: Adage Origins

By: dev-dorrance
adageadage originsgeneral truthlessonmetaphororigin storyphrasespromptwriting challengewriting prompt

Oct. 31st, 2019

Adages– the non-native English speaker’s worst nightmare (other than idioms… shudders). Early birds get worms, a bird in the hand worth two in the bush, killing two birds with one… Writing Prompt: Adage Origins

Read More Writing Prompt: Adage Origins

Gain Inspiration from These Three Writing Prompts

By: dev-dorrance
book writingcreative writingfiction writingwriting challengewriting tips

May. 16th, 2017

Growing as a writer takes discipline and a willingness to make small sacrifices to chase after your dreams with fervent effort. While you may be wringing your hands in anxiety… Gain Inspiration from These Three Writing Prompts

Read More Gain Inspiration from These Three Writing Prompts

Dorrance Writing Challenge: Random Writing

By: dev-dorrance
book writingcreative writingnovel writingwriting challengewriting goalswriting skillswriting tips

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

Read More Dorrance Writing Challenge: Random Writing

A New Year’s Resolution for Writers

By: dev-dorrance
New YearNew Year's resolutionswriting challengewriting goalswriting tips

Jan. 4th, 2017

It’s the first week of 2017 and we’re just beginning a brand-new 365-page book which means that it’s time, if you haven’t already, to make a New Year’s resolution. As… A New Year’s Resolution for Writers

Read More A New Year’s Resolution for Writers

Three Creative Writing Prompts

By: dev-dorrance
creative writingwriting challenge

Oct. 12th, 2016

Each new day offers a brand-new opportunity to challenge ourselves and to learn something new.   It’s for this reason that we like to challenge writers from all over, every… Three Creative Writing Prompts

Read More Three Creative Writing Prompts

Recent Posts

  • Holiday and Winter Writing Prompts
  • Dorrance Publishing Authors Shine At Pittsburgh Area Events
  • NaNoWriMo: Tips for writing dialogue
  • NaNoWriMo: Tips For More Descriptive Language In Your Writing
  • Intro to National Novel Writing Month – NaNoWriMo

Archives

Categories

Meta

  • Log in
  • Entries feed
  • Comments feed
  • WordPress.org

Ready to Get Started?

Publication via the Dorrance imprint is a perfect choice for the author looking for a complete, high quality, personal publishing program that leverages the expertise of publishing professionals. Find out for yourself today!

Thanks Error

Thank You

A Dorrance Publishing representative will be in touch with you shortly.

We're Sorry

An error has occurred. Please try again.

If you keep seeing this error, please contact us.

© 2025 Dorrance Publishing Company, Inc.

DORRANCE PUBLISHING COMPANY, INC.
585 Alpha Dr. Suite 103, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 | 
Phone: 800-695-9599 - Fax: 412-387-1319


Dorrance Publishing Company, Inc. BBB Business Review Patriotic Star

Dorrance Publishing is proud that everyone who works on our Authors’ books are based in the United States. Our books are printed in the USA, too!

The depiction of any trademarks/logos is for identification purposes only and does not represent endorsement of, or affiliation with, Dorrance, its services, products or employees by the trademark owner. All featured logos are the property of their respective companies.

View our Privacy Policy | Terms of Use | Read our President's Statement of Confidentiality | Developed by Flying Cork