Writer. Editor. Speaker. Dream Releaser. Where am I? I live in Brisbane, Australia and travel the world, but there's a good chance you'll find me near a book -- writing one, reading one, or editing one for someone else. I love to encourage other writers, and have two other … Read More about About Belinda Pollard…
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Beta Reader Superhero Writer’s Handbook
How to Harness the Power of Feedback to Write a Better Book Beta readers are the quiet superheroes of today’s publishing. They are the volunteers…
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Verschollen in der Poison Bay
Aus dem australischen Englisch von Maren Feller Wenn die Wildnis nicht dein einziger Gegner ist – wem kannst du noch trauen? „Die Maori nennen diesen Ort Ata Whenua – das Land der…
Wild Crimes Series
Poison Bay
When the wilderness is not your only enemy, who do you trust? Television reporter Callie Brown likes big cities and good coffee. But, running from a broken heart, she agrees to join old friends…
Light Memoir
Dogged Optimism
Lessons in Joy from a Disaster-Prone Dog "An accomplished, inspiring piece of writing that had me completely hooked from the first page to the unexpected and gratifying end." Gill Pavey,…
The mosquito bite: When pain brings opportunity
One pleasant evening in August 2004, I was bitten by a mosquito. Buzzzz… Slap! It’s a tiny thing. Who thinks about it? Just part of the soundtrack … [Read More...] about The mosquito bite: When pain brings opportunity
Childhood memories: Driving with Dad
I’m amazed to discover that I have just spent my seventh Christmas without my Dad. Where do the years go? Christmas means summer here in Brisbane, … [Read More...] about Childhood memories: Driving with Dad
Home decoration with a demented dog
I love to make creative things for my home, but I don’t always follow through in the most sensible way. Add a dog with dementia to the mix, and we … [Read More...] about Home decoration with a demented dog
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