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Old Blood: *New* title + cover + excerpt!
If you've been following my blog and/or reading my posts, you've probably heard me mention my WIP fantasy series and its first book, Old Blood. Today, I am announcing Old Blood's NEW TITLE and presenting its NEW MOCK COVER, and to celebrate I also have a BRAND NEW EXCERPT for you. So come and check it out!! >>
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BLOGIVERSARY: Celebrating 1 year of Rebecca Alasdair!
Today marks ONE WHOLE YEAR since I officially launched my website and thus Rebecca Alasdair was born! Can you believe it? I can't. I have two special Things planned for my very first blogiversary, so join with me to celebrate!! >>
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How to write compelling “happy” characters
What on earth are "happy" characters? Why can they be so hard to write? How can you make them more dynamic? Are there any good examples out there? Here I present my answers to these questions...but what are yours? >>
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MONTHLY UPDATE: July 2018
July 2018 has been a blast! Not particularly productive on the writing front, but that was a price I was willing to pay. Find out what I have been up to, what I read, and what bookish quote I loved the most in this month's update post! >>
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MONTHLY UPDATE: June 2018
June 2018 has been exam month, so a large proportion of the last few weeks has been focused on study...though I did console myself by reading eight books! Find out what I read, what progress I made with my writing, and much more in June's monthly update post! >>
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How to make character portraits with Rinmaru Games
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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MONTHLY UPDATE: May 2018
May 2018 has passed in a blur of university reports, crises at work, and increasingly chilly weather. As a result, motivation levels have been low and fatigue levels high...but I've still managed to read and write and blog and do all sorts of other things. Find out more here! >>
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MONTHLY UPDATE: April 2018
The third Update's a charm! Find out what I've been up to during the 30 days of April, where I'm at with my WIPs, what great books I've read, and which was my favourite quote of this month. >>
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Those Who Chose To Serve: A poem for ANZAC Day
This poem is written in honour of all Australian soldiers, both past and present, who have served on operations overseas. Adapted from my 2016 poem Leave None Behind for ANZAC Day 2018. >>
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Exploring mental illness in YA literature
Mental illness is one of the most pressing health concerns of the modern age, and YA literature has a role to play in opening up the conversation on this long-tabooed subject. Here I discuss some of the things to remember when writing about mental illness, and what YA books are currently out there. >>
