Shiny New Idea Syndrome
Shiny New Idea Syndrome (noun): A disease or affliction in which a writer is unable to focus on their current book or short story without being distracted by another project.… Shiny New Idea Syndrome
Where’s the conflict?
Have you ever listened to someone tell a story that had no point? A friend may tell you about a walk they took in the park or how they picked… Where’s the conflict?
Author Spotlight: Tiffany Smith
Get to know our published authors! This week, meet Tiffany Smith, author of The Roll of the Dice. Name: Tiffany Smith Hometown: Porterville, CA Book: The Roll of the… Author Spotlight: Tiffany Smith
Cliché No More
It was a dark and stormy night and the writer hunched over his computer, defeated. Even though he left no stone unturned, he was scared to death that his plot… Cliché No More
Overcoming Writer’s Block
At times, it can be pretty daunting to sit down at your computer and see a blank screen staring back at you. Whether you’re just starting your book, working on… Overcoming Writer’s Block
Black History Month: Dorrance Publishing Book Spotlight
February is Black History Month and to commemorate this 28-day celebration of African American achievement we’re putting our Dorrance Publishing book spotlight on two books in particular. Heritage Warriors: Descendants… Black History Month: Dorrance Publishing Book Spotlight
Tax Season & Book Publishing
What do tax season and publishing your book once and for all have in common? Surprisingly, more than you would think! While we know that there’s a negative connotation that… Tax Season & Book Publishing
Dorrance Book Spotlight: Sunday Best Dishes
Dorrance author Jorj Morgan is no stranger to writing books. In fact, she’s written several whose subjects range from entertaining to cooking to health and wellness. Her most recent book,… Dorrance Book Spotlight: Sunday Best Dishes
How to Tell a Good Story
Good stories grab us by the collar and pull us closer to the pages as we feverishly turn them to see what happens next. Every book is different. However, there… How to Tell a Good Story
How to Write a Dedication
The dedication of your book is like an acceptance speech at an awards ceremony. It’s when you take the time to acknowledge the people who have helped you along the… How to Write a Dedication