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Belinda D’Alessandro

@bdabooks.bsky.social
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Author, publisher, book designer, book blogger, bookworm, book geek, travel addict, happy snapper bdabooks.com.au

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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Book design starts before the first concept. Provide your designer with genre, intended reader, comparables, formats, and fixed elements. Then make feedback specific: what isn’t working, what matters to readers, and what you want to change. What’s your best collaboration tip? t.ly/DvaoM
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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
The creative life rarely waits for perfect conditions. Sometimes progress is a chapter. Sometimes one sentence, a rough note, an idea captured at 2 am. Life can be complicated without making the work impossible. bdabooks.com.au/Blog/2026/the-creat…
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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
Lunchtime Cc @leviforoffice.bsky.social sharesies
Cheese 🧀 and salami on Jatz
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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
Lunch 🥣
Potato, leek and bacon soup: 🥔🧅🥓🥣
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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
A book-to-film adaptation is not a novel reproduced on screen. It is a creative translation. Books use narration and inner thought. Films use image, performance, sound and editing. The changes are clues to what the new version believes the story needs. t.ly/ekUac
An open book on a wooden desk under a brass lamp appears to project black‑and‑white film scenes onto a wall, with a vintage film reel, pen, and notebook nearby in a warmly lit study.
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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
My computer mouse died after years of loyal service. The touchpad worked, but with an external monitor, every click became a reach, correction, interruption. A tiny tool had been quietly holding my workflow together. New mouse: huzzah. What ordinary tool would you miss most? t.ly/kuDKO
https://bdabooks.com.au/Blog/2026/working-without-a-computer-mouse-surviving-the-touchpad-struggle/
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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 08/08/2026
My mouse died Thursday 😭 I’d had it for many years, through many laptops! I couldn’t get out yesterday to get a new one, so I had to work using the touchpad. I hated it! Doable, but working with an external monitor & a touchpad is ANNOYING! I made it to the stationery store & I have a new mouse! 🥳
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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 02/08/2026
Owning your author platform doesn't mean abandoning social media. It means giving readers a place to land when a feed changes, a feature disappears, or an account becomes inaccessible. Start small: name, genre, bio, books, contact, newsletter. Build the front door first. t.ly/9GwSi
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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
Maths 🧮 is involved 🙄😭
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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
Print-on-demand or offset printing? POD is ideal for small runs & testing demand (low upfront, no storage). Offset gets cheaper per copy at scale and gives you more finish options. bdabooks.com.au/Blog/2026/print-on-…
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Print-on-Demand or Offset Printing: How to Get the Best Value for Your Budget
Need help navigating the printing landscape? Here’s a practical guide for authors to choose the best printing methods for quality, cost, and flexibility! [caption id="attachment_639" align="alignleft" width="150"] Belinda D'Alessandro[/caption] In a previous post, I discussed printing and production decisions as part of the publishing process. As I discussed, finding a suitable printing model
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Tracey Spicer AM @traceyspicer.bsky.social · 05/07/2026
This is correct. johnmenadue.com/post/2026/07...
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Monetising grievance: in Australia it's harder than you think
Right-wing podcasting in Australia is akin to a craft beer with a niche following. It is not a mass market.
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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
Authors need brand consistency. If your website, socials, emails, & graphics feel different, your readers may not always recognise you. Brand books help you create a clear, repeatable, memorable identity. bdabooks.com.au/Blog/2026/brand-con…
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Brand Consistency Made Easy: Why Authors Need a Brand Book
Learn why brand consistency matters, how a brand book strengthens trust and recognition, and the key steps to build a cohesive brand identity across every touchpoint. [caption id="attachment_639" align="alignleft" width="150"] Belinda D'Alessandro[/caption] In previous posts, I discussed why brand consistency matters and how even colour can be harnessed to make a brand more effective.
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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
NO! Just NO!
Weather: 7°C feels like -2°C / 45°F feels like 28°F
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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
Waiting for a freight train 🚆 to move on…
Just a few minutes out of the station… the countryside
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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
🥶 can someone please send me warm 🥶
3°C=37.4 °F
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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 21/06/2026
Authors deserve fair recognition for the value their work brings to readers. Public Lending Right & Educational Lending Right ensure that authors receive compensation when libraries lend their books. bdabooks.com.au/Blog/2026/maximisin…
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darth™️ @darthbluesky.bsky.social · 13/06/2026
petty? u have no idea how much more petty i can be my friend my petty knows no bounds
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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 07/06/2026
Fair dealing and fair use can feel complicated, but understanding them matters for everyone. I break down the principles to help you navigate these important copyright concepts with confidence. bdabooks.com.au/Blog/2026/understan…
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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
Hey #AnimalCaucus Spike needs help!
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Spike The Rescue Pup & Rex The TV Terrier ™ 🌈 @rexthetvterrier.org · 05/06/2026
We need your help, everyone. This is Kenji. He's a 4 year old male BT. He was being fostered by a family who disappeared with him & lied on their application about certain important info. Last seen in Avondale, AZ. If you have seen him, please DM #Dogs #Missing #Help
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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
IT COLD 🥶
9°C/48°F (feels like 2°C/36°F)
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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 24/05/2026
Creating audiobooks on a limited budget shouldn't mean sacrificing quality. I’ve unpacked the pros/cons of DIY vs professional narration, with insights for authors trying to make smart decisions. bdabooks.com.au/Blog/2026/audiobook…
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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
Um no. Just no. 🤦‍♂️🙄 Do your hair before you go to the airport, or book a salon appointment at your destination! 🤣 www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05...
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'Suspicious' item that saw Avalon Airport evacuated was hair removal device
A person was arrested after an item was declared suspicious item during security screening at the airport early this morning.
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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
Hi @xochiptx.bsky.social! OMD OMC SO SORRY I'M LATE! Bsky is tantruming! Trying to reply in the game
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Adrienne & Rugie @annielynnshea.bsky.social · 17/05/2026
Maine friends! Please help!! 😢🐾🐾
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Lush the Goat 🐐 (Just watching over the Herd) @lusciousthegoat.bsky.social · 17/05/2026
Our pup friend Lizzie (and human) need a helping hoof. Anyone in the Northeast who can help, please reply to Frodo. 🥺 #AnimalCaucus 🐐💚🐶
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Katie Porter’s White Board @ohdangitevie.bsky.social · 17/05/2026
Please. Please look. Please share. Lizzie and her person have been dear friends to all of us in the #AnimalCaucus and it breaks me that I’m too far away to help. Lizzie is a great dog. Please, if you are able to foster her, let us know. Her person is not well and just wants Lizzie loved and safe.
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GONZO the Ca'at @gonzo.bsky.social · 17/05/2026
Oh no, can anyone help? Anyone in the Maine area?
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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 10/05/2026
A manuscript is more than creative work; it's intellectual property. Understanding rights, royalties, and returns helps writers protect their work & grow revenue. Don’t ignore the business of a writing career. bdabooks.com.au/Blog/2026/writers-b…
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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
Hey @harborhound.bsky.social, happy gotcha day, Luka! 🥳🎉🎊🎈🎂🎁
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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 26/04/2026
Choosing print or digital books shouldn’t be based on trends alone. Reader habits, genre, accessibility, production costs, distribution all matter. Best format is the one that serves the audience. bdabooks.com.au/Blog/2026/navigatin…
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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 12/04/2026
Metadata is the backbone of book discoverability: ONIX, BISAC, ISBN, keywords, & ongoing optimisation, so your book shows up where readers are. Read more: bdabooks.com.au/Blog/2026/book-meta… What’s worked for you? #BookMetadata #IndieAuthor
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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
My train was… delayed
At 1730 FINALLY arrived almost 3 hours late into Picton 🤣😭🤣
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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 29/03/2026
A tiny rattle turned into $$$: AC compressor, engine mount, and a surprise battery, got my pink slip win. If you have an old car, don’t ignore small sounds, keep a buffer, & lean on excellent mechanics. bdabooks.com.au/Blog/2026/from-ratt…
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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 27/03/2026
Hiii @leviforoffice.bsky.social hiiii Darth’s awake bsky.app/profile/dart...
hileviforoffice.bsky.social
Bluesky
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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 15/03/2026
Your “perfect” design might be invisible. Accessibility isn’t a checkbox: it’s how great experiences reach everyone: contrast, readable type, alt text. How can you improve? bdabooks.com.au/Blog/2026/breaking-… #Accessibility #InclusiveDesign
Illustration titled “Dyslexic Visual Challenges” comparing how a sentence appears in normal text versus dyslexic perception. The left side shows the sentence “The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog” clearly, with small callouts highlighting potential letter confusion. The right side shows the same sentence distorted: letters reversed, words duplicated, blurred, or appearing to move. Icons at the bottom represent common dyslexic challenges such as letter swapping, movement, and reversal.
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Adrienne & Rugie @annielynnshea.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
Canada friends, please share and be on the lookout.
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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
Hey @xochiptx.bsky.social @leviforoffice.bsky.social it’s Otter! 🦦
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Crouton & Friends 🐮 @mcrouton.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
I've posted the heartbreaking update to the GoFundMe. The town is not agreeing to the HVSPCA using this property as a shelter. This is devastating. I'm at a loss. I budgeted to March 1st transfer. You've always been there for me and D. gofund.me/966bfb70e
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Donate to Keep Diane's Sanctuary Dream Alive, organized by Beth Hyman
Update: An extaordinary amount has been happening behind the scenes here at Squirrelwood… Beth Hyman needs your support for Keep Diane's Sanctuary Dream Alive
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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
Little late posting today... A small kitchen mishap, a big reminder to slow down. New blog: Tomato Jam Mishaps—on distraction, deadlines, and focus. bdabooks.com.au/Blog/2026/tomato-ja… #WritingLife #DistractedWriter #TomatoJam
Illustration of a cosy kitchen counter with a small pot of simmering tomato jam and a jar labelled “Tomato Jam.” A left hand with a neat beige bandage on the index finger points to the jar.
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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 28/02/2026
Been jamming today.
3 jars of tomato jam cooling on a kitchen bench in front of a white backsplash.
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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 15/02/2026
Decoding the stripes: how ISBNs and book barcodes identify and catalogue titles so readers and booksellers can navigate the stacks with ease. Blog: bdabooks.com.au/Blog/2026/decoding-… #ISBN #BookBarcodes #Publishing101
Close-up of the back of a book showing an EAN-13 barcode and ISBN digits, with a subtle magnifying glass highlighting the numbers; minimalist black, off‑white, and deep-blue accents.
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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
🇦🇺❤️🇨🇦 Cth solidarity 😭💔
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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 01/02/2026
Character arcs turn stories into emotional journeys. Build with motivation & stakes, drive change through choices, and land a transformation scene that feels earned. bdabooks.com.au/Blog/2026/crafting-… Which character arc do you return to?
https://bdabooks.com.au/Blog/2026/crafting-unforgettable-arcs-create-captivating-characters/
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Jimmy Barnes @jimmybarnes.com · 26/01/2026
Here’s some roses for whoever may need them today.
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Justin Wolfers @justinwolfers.bsky.social · 25/01/2026
Let me try to articulate what I think the central economic issue of the current moment really is.
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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 18/01/2026
The best books aren’t always bestsellers. Find fiction’s hidden gems: they take risks, amplify diverse voices, and stay with you long after page 300. bdabooks.com.au/Blog/2026/beyond-be… #HiddenGems #UnderratedFiction #SmallPress
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ItsFlanoy @itsflanoy.bsky.social · 15/01/2026
Hey! @safety.bsky.app @support.bsky.team @bsky.app I seggond dis sentimint "this is not ok. Abusers should experience consequences, not their victims. Lots of us reported the harasser. It's distressing that Bluesky moderators decided harassment & threats are fine." Dis animal advocate, nise person
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