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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 11/10/2026

Anne Carson’s 2026 Nobel is a reminder that tradition and experimentation can belong together. Form matters when it brings a reader closer to the story. bdabooks.com.au/Blog/2026/anne-cars…

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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 · 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 · 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 · 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 · 02/07/2026

Morning Gonzo, I’m going to get wind 💨 today… it also feels like 2 celeries / 36 faringhides 🥶 (actually 9°C / 47°F)

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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

🥶 can someone please send me warm 🥶

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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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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 · 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 · 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 · 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 · 07/04/2026

They certainly did! And she got pats! 😍 x.com/NASA/status/...

NASA sending Beaker a message from the Artemis II astronauts :)

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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

Just in case peeps missed it! x.com/NASA/status/...

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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 · 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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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 · 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 · 05/02/2026

SOUP 🥣 SANDWICH 🥪 🤣 (Sorry I’m late I been doing maths 🧮 🙄)

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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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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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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 04/01/2026

Chimken and potatoes and carrots! 😋

Roast potatoes and carrots in a roasting tray

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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 31/12/2025

Happy New Year! As we welcome a new year, may your days be filled with joy, your dreams come true, and every moment be a step toward new achievements. Wishing you and your loved ones a prosperous, healthy, and truly wonderful year ahead. Cheers to new beginnings! #HappyNewYear

(Alt text for image: Filled champagne glasses, with gold and red ribbons and red baubles in the background, with the words "Happy New Year 2026" appearing in front.)

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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 29/12/2025

And thanks, Millie, Benji, and Voods 🐾❤️🐶

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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 28/12/2025

Waiting for my jam to cool… about 650g

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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 26/12/2025

LEFTOVERS! 😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋

Porchetta, stuffing on the side meatballs, double roasted carrots, double roasted potatoes

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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 24/12/2025

Potatoes and carrots ready for first roasting

Potatoes and carrots in a roasting tray with olive oil, butter, rosemary and garlic

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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 23/12/2025

Stuffing mix → meatballs. Roll into balls. Place on a lined tray. Bake for 20–25 min at 175°C (that translates to 350°F). Serve with gravy or cranberry dip. Thank me later. #StuffingMeatballs

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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 22/12/2025

I know I usually publish a blog on Mondays, but it’s a hectic time of year, and I’m running a little behind. Thank you for your patience. This week’s post will be live by Wednesday (Christmas Eve). I can’t wait to share it with you. #WritingLife #IndiePublishing

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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 21/12/2025

Stuffing: Mix & bind: Add 500 g beef mince, 500 g pork mince, 2 beaten eggs, a splash of milk, salt + pepper. Mix, then add breadcrumbs by eye until it holds. Fry a tester to check seasoning. #Stuffing #HolidayCooking

A mixing bowl filled with raw stuffing mixture of minced beef and pork dotted with herbs and breadcrumbs on a light kitchen counter.

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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 20/12/2025

Stuffing upgrade: onion–herb mix 🧅🌿 Sauté spring onions in butter + oil, add garlic, sage, rosemary. Deglaze with stock. Chop dried apples + dried cranberries while onion mix cools, fold into onion mix. Low heat for sweet onions; add lemon zest for lift. #Stuffing #HolidayCooking

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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

Happy birthday @harborhound.bsky.social (and from Tigger too!) 🥳🎉🎊🎈🎂🎁 May you get many treats 🥩

Happy birthday wishes for Luka Tigger on Twitter

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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 12/12/2025

Weather 🥶⛈️ (in Willow Vale, NSW: 17°C / 62°F with thunderstorms, range 14°C - 19°C / 57°F - 66°F)

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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 09/12/2025

Hey Goat! Some 🔥🔥🔥🔥 for you! (Celsius v Fahrenheit 😉)

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Belinda D’Alessandro @bdabooks.bsky.social · 07/12/2025

Colour is a language. Use it to signal genre, build trust, and boost recognition. Which hue leads your brand? bdabooks.com.au/Blog/2025/unlock-th… #AuthorBranding #BookMarketing #CoverDesign #IndieAuthor #WriterCommunity

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