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Tips to Overcome Frustration When You’re Writing

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Mar. 1st, 2017

The writing process isn’t always glamorous and enjoyable. In fact, there are times when you may begin to wonder why you even started in the first place. In these instances… Tips to Overcome Frustration When You’re Writing

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Five Tips for Writing a Children’s Book

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Feb. 16th, 2017

The books that we read as children have many memories attached to them. From the pictures to the lessons infused in the words, when we see the books that we… Five Tips for Writing a Children’s Book

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Character Development Tips

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Jan. 31st, 2017

When you read a book, you want to be transported into the main character’s life. You want to feel what they feel, think what they think and be who they… Character Development Tips

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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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A New Year’s Resolution for Writers

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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

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What Is a Prologue?

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Dec. 20th, 2016

Sometimes when we’re writing, we have so many ideas swirling around our head that when it comes time to fit those ideas into the overall plot of our story, it… What Is a Prologue?

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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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