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    Connect with me on Pinterest!

    Rebecca Alasdair / 21 May 2019 / No Comments

    I have been wanting to get involved in the Pinterest community FOREVER, but only now have I finally gotten around to setting up my account. I’d love to connect with all of you on this platform, so come tell me about your own Pinterest experiences, and take a peek at the boards that I’m constructing! →

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    What makes a book cover a GOOD book cover?

    Rebecca Alasdair / 14 September 2018 / No Comments

    I am an unapologetic cover snob. When it comes to books, one way to catch my eye is to dress them up in pretty clothes. But what, exactly, makes a book cover a GOOD book cover? This is my take on it all! >>

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    How to make a “mock cover” for your WIP

    Rebecca Alasdair / 5 September 2018 / No Comments

    One of my favourite things to do—and one of my favourite ways to procrastinate from actually writing—is to create "mock covers" for my WIPs...and today I share the process I use when crafting them! Do you make covers for your WIPs? >>

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    My Grand Tour of Europe: Germany

    Rebecca Alasdair / 23 July 2018 / No Comments

    My “Grand Tour of Europe” draws to a close with a quick-as-lightning 3 day stop in southern Germany. Take a look at my final few pictures and the books that made the cut! >>

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    My Grand Tour of Europe: Italy

    Rebecca Alasdair / 20 July 2018 / No Comments

    The fourth and penultimate leg of my "Grand Tour of Europe" involved an 11 day journey through the wonderful Italy. Find out where I went and the books I displayed at each site!! >>

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    My Grand Tour of Europe: Switzerland

    Rebecca Alasdair / 9 July 2018 / No Comments

    The all-too-brief third stage of my "Grand Tour of Europe" saw me through the alpine regions of Switzerland. Check out some of the grand scenery and its associated bookish themes! >>

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    My Grand Tour of Europe: France

    Rebecca Alasdair / 6 July 2018 / No Comments

    The second leg of my "Grand Tour of Europe" took me through France, from the WW1 battlefields of the north to the Alps in the east. See some of the spectacular places I've visited...and the books they remind me of. >>

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    My Grand Tour of Europe: London

    Rebecca Alasdair / 28 June 2018 / No Comments

    And so, like Monty and Percy and Felicity, I embark on my very own "Grand Tour of Europe"! To celebrate this long-awaited trip, I share with you some photos of the places I've visited to date...but these are "tourist" photos with a twist... >>

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    How to make character portraits with Rinmaru Games

    Rebecca Alasdair / 20 June 2018 / No Comments

    Unlike some very fortunate writers, I am NOT also a drawer. This has been a cause for frustration when it comes to sketching my characters, but I have FINALLY found a way to bring my brain children to life! In this post, learn how to create anime portraits of your characters with Rinmaru Games. >>

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    I’m now on Instagram!

    Rebecca Alasdair / 11 March 2018 / No Comments

    I've finally got around to making myself an Instagram account, @rebeccaalasdair. Find out more about my profile and share your own with me! >>

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When the hot-tempered troublemaker you're supposed When the hot-tempered troublemaker you're supposed to be mentoring asks you to dance, and you're not sure if he's just trying to get under your skin. Again. 🤭 I can't wait for readers to meet Kael and Tora in "Blood of Old", coming 01 December 2026. • • • #gracebornseries #fantasyseries #fantasybooks #epicfantasy #indieauthor
MY BOOK IS AVAILABLE FOR PREORDER!! 🔥 𝘉𝘭𝘰𝘰𝘥 𝘰𝘧 𝘖𝘭 MY BOOK IS AVAILABLE FOR PREORDER!! 🔥 𝘉𝘭𝘰𝘰𝘥 𝘰𝘧 𝘖𝘭𝘥 is the first book in the 𝘎𝘳𝘢𝘤𝘦𝘣𝘰𝘳𝘯 series, a gripping new fantasy epic where the bonds of brotherhood will unite a world in chaos...or see it unravel at the seams. It will be published on 01 December 2026 and is available in both paperback and ebook formats. Head to the link in my bio for some options of where you can preorder the book today. There are a few other places it should appear over the next few weeks. Fellow Aussies who would like to buy a paperback are best to order from me directly. 😊 Much has been lost, but blood does not forget. And while the Old Blood remembers, what once was may yet be again... • • • #bookpreorder #fantasybooks #fantasyseries #fantasyauthor #gracebornseries
I have enough of these bad boys now to make a stac I have enough of these bad boys now to make a stack. Author goals 😏 • • • #proofcopy #fantasybooks #fantasyauthor #indieauthor #gracebornseries
Right now I'm dragging myself out of a hole after Right now I'm dragging myself out of a hole after being sick, but I've got some exciting news on the way! Stay tuned, everyone 😁 🎨 Character art by @sophielouisedraws • • • #writerslife #authorsofig #indieauthor #fantasyauthor #gracebornseries
Do you use StoryGraph? How do you find it? I fina Do you use StoryGraph? How do you find it? I finally got around to making an account but haven't had a chance to explore much yet. But I did make sure my upcoming epic fantasy book "Blood of Old" is on there so you can add it to your TBR if you like! • • • #storygraph #fantasybooks #epicfantasy #indieauthor #gracebornseries
ARCs for my upcoming epic fantasy novel have start ARCs for my upcoming epic fantasy novel have started going out, but there is still time to apply for a copy! Just head to the link in my bio and complete the form! 😀 Much has been lost, but blood does not forget. And while the Old Blood remembers, what once was may yet be again... • • • #arcreaderswanted #arcreader #fantasybooks #fantasyseries #gracebornseries
How do the KDP and IngramSpark versions of my pape How do the KDP and IngramSpark versions of my paperback compare? 𝗖𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆: Both have a matte cover, and the artwork and colours look awesome. The cover on the KDP version does curl quite a bit at the moment, but hopefully it will settle over time? 𝗦𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝘄𝗿𝗮𝗽. Ugh. The KDP version has been coming out 3mm thinner than their specs say...which is still within their enormous "acceptable" error margin of 3.2mm. This throws out the cover wrap so some of the spine ends up on the cover. The IngramSpark version is PERFECT. 𝗣𝗮𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝘆𝗽𝗲. The IngramSpark version uses groundwood paper, which makes the book lighter and is closer to trad pub paper. The KDP version has nice smooth cream paper, which is denser. This makes the book heavier, but I don't find it TOO heavy. 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗼𝗿. The KDP version has very crisp text on the cream paper. Because the groundwood paper is more textured, the ink in the IngramSpark version sinks in a bit more and makes the text a bit softer. Still looks good though. 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗰𝘁. I like the IngramSpark version better. It is better quality and feels more professional; this is the version that will be available everywhere except Amazon. The KDP version is still pretty damn good though, and will probably be cheaper (even though I'll set the same price) for those who want to buy through Amazon. "Blood of Old" will be out on 01 December 2026, and I hope to have preorders up next month!! • • • #paperbackbook #fantasybooks #indieauthor #selfpublishing #gracebornseries
What do you like to see in a mentor character? Th What do you like to see in a mentor character? Three of the key secondary characters in "Blood of Old" act as mentors for the MCs, and I just LOVED writing their relationships. We have... Myrrine, the former princess who knows a lot about governing a nation (or so she thinks) and has her own plans for MC Asa. Tora, the snarky warrior who doesn't approve of Myrrine's interference and gets lumped with Asa's "unteachable" brother, Kael. Endrid, the struggling Weaver who just wants everyone to get along and could do with a nice long nap. Can't wait for you to meet them all at the start of December! 🎨 Art by @sophielouisedraws • • • #characterart #fantasybooks #fantasyseries #epicfantasy #gracebornseries

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