I’ll Die Dancing, a new book by Fay Siravo, has been released by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc.

From the first time she experienced the world of dance, author Fay Siravo knew that she loved it. Despite the hardships of life, she continued dancing, and it brought her joy. Her story serves as an example to the reader by showing how to enjoy life even when it is tough.

Fay hopes to inspire others to contribute to the world as she has done. Follow along with her story as she unveils the ups and downs of daily life in I’ll Die Dancing.

About the Author
Fay Siravo was born and raised in Port Richmond, a section of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Throughout her lifetime she has made important contributions to Avon, including their domestic violence program, as well as to the Chrysler Corporation, the retail and fashion industries, and music and dance culture of the 1950s through the 1980s.

Fay also supported the troops in Desert Storm as a door-to-door Avon representative, soliciting donations to equip the troops with personal grooming supplies. She currently lives in downtown Philadelphia.

I’ll Die Dancing is a 102-page paperback with a retail price of $12.00. The ISBN is 978-1-4809-3900-4. It was published by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. For more information, or to request a review copy, please go to our virtual pressroom at www.dorrancepressroom.com or our online bookstore www.bookstore.dorrancepublishing.com.

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Release ID: 259789

Beyond the Classroom Door, a new book by Caroline Young, has been released by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc.

Beyond the Classroom Door is the edifying and lucid autobiography of a teacher as she grows as an educator and a human being. Written in a candid and humorous tone, Beyond the Classroom Door is perhaps the greatest lesson plan from an educator who has devoted her entire life to teaching.

About the Author
Caroline Young graduated from the University of Missouri in 1973 and has been teaching ever since. She is currently an adjunct English professor at Lindenwood University in St. Charles, Missouri. She enjoys quilting, gardening, and reading.

Beyond the Classroom Door is a 78-page paperback with a retail price of $11.00. The ISBN is 978-1-4809-3632-4. It was published by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. For more information, or to request a review copy, please go to our virtual pressroom at www.dorrancepressroom.com or our online bookstore www.bookstore.dorrancepublishing.com.

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Jessica Stillwell
Dorrance Publishing

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Release ID: 259849

Brandy, a new book by Phillip P. Martinez, has been released by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc.

Brandy the pit bull is no ordinary dog. From the moment she was adopted, her owner knew she was special, though he didn’t understand just how special she was at first. For, you see, Brandy doesn’t age like ordinary dogs: she ages like a human. And thanks to this wonderful gift, they get to spend their entire lives together from going away to college and getting a job to getting married and starting a family, and everything in between!

About the Author
Phillip P. Martinez is a married, Christian man, an animal lover, and a member of PETA. As an animal lover, Martinez understands that every pet owner dreads the day that they have to say goodbye to their beloved pet, which is the hardest part of being so close to something with a short lifespan. He often pondered how great it would be if pets aged like humans: you could keep your best friend for life!

Martinez was raised by a single mom and has four sisters. Growing up, they always had a lot of pets hamsters, fish, birds, cats, and dogs! In particular, Martinez has always been close to his dogs who would always cheer him up with their unconditional love.

Brandy is a 30-page paperback with a retail price of $19.00. The ISBN is 978-1-4809-4484-8. It was published by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. For more information, or to request a review copy, please go to our virtual pressroom at www.dorrancepressroom.com or our online bookstore www.bookstore.dorrancepublishing.com.

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Jessica Stillwell
Dorrance Publishing

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Release ID: 259825

The Porcelain Teacup, a new book by Claire DeSantis, has been released by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc.

In the age of Prohibition, clubs struggle to survive under the watchful eyes of politicians and law enforcement. Ms. Kathleen Bellerose’s thrilling establishment is no exception. However, she’s determined to make it work in this trying time. She moves to New York with a dedicated team and security force, but she quickly learns she cannot escape her family history as danger follows her.

When an old family secret is revealed, Kathleen finds herself questioning all she once knew and wondering if she will survive the family name she tried to separate from for so many years.

About the Author
A native of New Hampshire, Claire DeSantis grew up in a French/American home. She speaks French fluently, as did her entire family growing up. She now lives in California, where she enjoys writing, being outdoors, and spending time with her dog, Magnum. DeSantis also works as a therapist, her beloved career for the past 32 years. She has two grown children.

The Porcelain Teacup is a 166-page paperback with a retail price of $15.00. The ISBN is 978-1-4809-4775-7. It was published by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. For more information, or to request a review copy, please go to our virtual pressroom at www.dorrancepressroom.com or our online bookstore www.bookstore.dorrancepublishing.com.

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Jessica Stillwell
Dorrance Publishing

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Release ID: 259843

Nightmare, a new book by Robert E. Ford, Jr., has been released by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc.

Based on the author’s real-life experiences during – and after – the Viet Nam War, Nightmare follows enlisted man Jack Butler on a mission into dangerous territory, with enemy fighters on the move. Despite the reckless actions of an inexperienced “cherry” lieutenant, Staff Sergeant Butler tries desperately against the odds to accomplish the mission and keep his men alive. As the enemy closes in, Butler and his platoon risk their lives and show exemplary bravery to accomplish their task.

But, as with so many veterans from that conflict, Butler is tortured by nightmares of his experiences. Nightmare is an honest portrayal from a soldier who lived it, offering insight and understanding into the lives of the men who had their boots on the ground.

About the Author
Robert E. Ford, Jr. was raised in an Irish Catholic working-class family in Union County, New Jersey. Like Sgt. Butler in Nightmare, he was enrolled in college before an unforeseen circumstance landed him on academic probation and he received his draft card. To avoid infantry, Ford enlisted to join Army Intelligence and was deployed to Viet Nam in April 1969, volunteering to extend his term to serve a second tour. After numerous setbacks due to his veteran status, he eventually became an investigative aide in the IRS Intelligence Division and retired in 2004.

Ford has a step-son and a daughter, as well as two white German Shepherds. He is an avid reader.

Nightmare is a 178-page paperback with a retail price of $15.00. The ISBN is 978-1-4809-4569-2. It was published by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. For more information, or to request a review copy, please go to our virtual pressroom at www.dorrancepressroom.com or our online bookstore www.bookstore.dorrancepublishing.com.

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Jessica Stillwell
Dorrance Publishing

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Release ID: 259824

A Police Action, a new book by AA Freda, has been released by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc.

A Police Action is a gripping coming-of-age Vietnam War-era romantic novel. It is the story of two lost and confused young adults. It is love at first sight when nineteen-year-old Samantha Powers meets James Coppi at the Country Honky Tonk in Colorado Springs. There are just two problems to a storybook ending for Samantha’s passion. She is pregnant with someone else’s child and James, a young soldier, is heading for a war in Vietnam.

Will this instant attraction be enough to form a lasting bond? What will happen after James is deployed? Will he return home safely, and, if so, will it be to Samantha? Follow along as the young lovers mature through their individual hardships and those that they share.

About the Author
This is AA Freda’s second novel. The first, Goodbye, Rudy Kazoody is also a coming-of-age story of teenagers growing up during the tumultuous 1960s. The first novel received excellent reviews from Kirkus, Clarion Foreword, and Readers Favorite and maintains high ratings on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Goodreads.

Freda served in Vietnam with the 1st brigade 5th infantry during the time period covered in the book. A graduate of Baruch College, the City University of New York, Freda was also an adjunct professor at Fashion Institute of Technology. He now resides in Easton, Connecticut. In addition to writing, he enjoys shooting pool, fishing, hiking, and climbing.

A Police Action is a 254-page paperback with a retail price of $16.99. The ISBN is 978-1-4809-4350-6. It is also available in hardcover and eBook. It was published by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. For more information, or to request a review copy, please go to our virtual pressroom at www.dorrancepressroom.com or our online bookstore www.bookstore.dorrancepublishing.com.

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Dorrance Publishing

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Release ID: 259805

The Magic Bag, a new book by James Watts, has been released by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc.

Drawn to Santa’s workshop after hours by an irresistible force, Monty Wolfard, the smallest and clumsiest elf in the North Pole, discovers Santa’s Magic Bag. From its living guard door, Oscar Oakwood, the little elf learns that it’s time for him to begin his “finding” to search for his elfin gifts and charms.

After being outfitted for the trip in enchanted gear, Monty enters the Magic Bag. There he discovers a whole new world which is being destroyed by an evil, fire breathing dragon. He forms a rag-tag army of elves, fairies, gnomes and unicorns to fight the dragon and the quest begins.

Children from ages nine to ninety will love Monty and his band of loyal followers and their adventures. Often humorous and full of spunk, this coming of age fantasy series, The Magic Bag, will touch your heart and tickle your funny bone. It’s a classic in the making.

About the Author
James Watts currently lives with his wife, Sharon, in Richland, Washington, where he works as a consultant on labor issues. He is also a partner in Federal Engineers and Constructors, a company primarily involved in the decontamination and decommissioning of environmentally challenged sites. When he’s not working, Watts enjoys telling his stories in writing.

The Magic Bag is a 932-page hardcover with a retail price of $134.00. The ISBN is 978-1-4809-5129-7. It was published by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. For more information, or to request a review copy, please go to our virtual pressroom at www.dorrancepressroom.com or our online bookstore www.bookstore.dorrancepublishing.com.

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Dorrance Publishing

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Release ID: 259826

Terralepus, a new book by Kathleen Hamilton, has been released by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc.

In Terralepus, three old friends, Jackie, Jasmine, and Max, come back together for a journey to the next galaxy. As Jackie fulfills her dream to explore space, Max hopes to kindle his romance with Jackie, something he has wished for many years. The trio overcomes murderous monsters, unfriendly planets, and even survives a stint on planet Earth. Explore space, worlds, and friendship as the friends journey into the unknown.

About the Author
Kathleen Hamilton was born on December 2, 1969, in Madison, Tennessee. She currently lives in Virginia and has four beautiful children. Her story was inspired by their own rabbit, Jackie, who resides with the Hamilton family.

Terralepus is a 194-page paperback with a retail price of $36.00. The ISBN is 978-1-4809-3996-7. It was published by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. For more information, or to request a review copy, please go to our virtual pressroom at www.dorrancepressroom.com or our online bookstore www.bookstore.dorrancepublishing.com.

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Dorrance Publishing

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Release ID: 259850

The Adventures of Miss Quack and the Quackinbush Family, a new book by Lawrence Fredrick Williams Sr., has been released by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc.

Join Miss Quack and the Quackinbush family as they go on many adventures while flying south for the winter! What a fun journey they take, but along the way they find danger!

Leaving home, striking out on our own is a great adventure we will all take in our lives. There are great mysteries that lie ahead, along with the learning experience that comes with life and unforeseen circumstances that befall all of us, the good and the not-so-good.

The Adventures of Miss Quack and the Quackinbush Family is a whimsical tale to which both the young and the young at heart can relate.

About the Author
Lawrence Fredrick Williams Sr. was born on Galveston Island in Galveston Texas in 1943. At eighteen, he left the beautiful state of Texas and traveled northeast. While living in Baltimore, Maryland, Lawrence met a beautiful young lady named Laura. Now, fifty-two years later, he and his dear wife reside in Hagerstown, Maryland. Lawrence is a construction superintendent.

The Adventures of Miss Quack and the Quackinbush Family is a 64-page hardcover with a retail price of $28.00. The ISBN is 978-1-4809-3893-9. It was published by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. For more information, or to request a review copy, please go to our virtual pressroom at www.dorrancepressroom.com or our online bookstore www.bookstore.dorrancepublishing.com.

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Jessica Stillwell
Dorrance Publishing

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Release ID: 259801

Hope in the Valley, a new book by Penny Heggie Austin, has been released by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc.

Tom and Ellen have both had their share of struggles, but from the moment they meet, they can’t help their strong attraction to each other. As their love grows, the world around them becomes more complicated with a past that won’t leave Tom alone. With the help of family, friends, each other, and God, Tom and Ellen will find the happiness for which they’ve been searching.

About the Author
Penny Heggie Austin was born in central Florida and grew up in Wilmington, Illinois. She moved back to Florida in 1985 to help her brother, who suffered from cancer. She is a mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, and active in the Methodist Church. She is the president of the Methodist Women’s group in her church. Penny has lost many people in her life, and she attributes her faith in God for getting her through rough times.

Hope in the Valley is a 146-page paperback with a retail price of $14.00. The ISBN is 978-1-4809-3924-0. It was published by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. For more information, or to request a review copy, please go to our virtual pressroom at www.dorrancepressroom.com or our online bookstore www.bookstore.dorrancepublishing.com.

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Jessica Stillwell
Dorrance Publishing

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Release ID: 259803