Dorrance Publishing Co.
Book and Periodical PublishingPennsylvania, United States201-500 Employees
Dorrance Publishing Co. is a long-established participant in the book and periodical publishing industry, offering publishing services that cover production, promotion, and distribution. The company positions itself as accessible to a broad range of authors, supporting individuals who wish to publish works for various audiences, from a few readers to a wide readership. Based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Dorrance emphasizes a philosophy that allows anyone with something to communicate to pursue publication, highlighting a process tailored to individual books rather than solely high-volume commercial projects. Founded by Gordon Dorrance in 1920, the firm presents itself as America’s oldest publishing services company, built on a principle of empowering everyday people to see their writing published. Its recent activity includes launching multiple titles in 2026, reflecting ongoing work in bringing new works to market. As a player in the publishing services space, Dorrance serves authors seeking a customized publishing package and aims to support authors throughout production, promotion, and distribution, maintaining a practical and enduring approach to self-publishing.