Monthly Archives: April 2021

Betrayal by Accident: That Make It Any Better?

Posted on April 30, 2021 by Charles Yallowitz

We all hate it when characters turn out to be traitors.  Betrayal is rarely applauded beyond it being a surprise twist.  At least, it should be, but it can be tough.  Many times, a character who turns out to be … Continue reading →

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Immortal Wars: Light, Blood, & Tears Part 16

Posted on April 29, 2021 by Charles Yallowitz

(Disclaimer: A warning to those who continue.  This is a sequel to a previous story.  Both of these were written in the mid-1990’s.  While the first one was slightly edited and vanity press published, this one has not been touched … Continue reading →

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Dreams in the Morning

Posted on April 28, 2021 by Charles Yallowitz

Images while I snore That take me on adventures Crafting fear Or joy Before my body stirs * They linger in the morn’ Dew drops Sitting in my senses Gone Before my mind captures * On the rarest days A … Continue reading →

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Fiction Dialogue 201

Posted on April 28, 2021 by Charles Yallowitz

Ciao, SEers! My first post for Story Empire was called Fiction Dialogue 101, and it was actually our site’s inaugural post… all the way back on … Fiction Dialogue 201

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Teaser Tuesday: Pest, Friend, or Foe? #vampires #fantasy

Posted on April 27, 2021 by Charles Yallowitz

Today’s teaser introduces a new character who may be just what Clyde needs to survive War of Nytefall: Savagery.  I was on the fence about making a post about this guy too or even showing his name right now.  He’s a … Continue reading →

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House of Horrors by Joan Hall – A #newbook

Posted on April 27, 2021 by Charles Yallowitz

I am so pleased to welcome Joan Hall to Fiction Favorites. Joan is a Member of Story Empire, and she has a brand new book to tell us about. So, Joan,… House of Horrors by Joan Hall – A #newbook

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How Do You Tackles Prompts?

Posted on April 26, 2021 by Charles Yallowitz

Long ago, I used to attempt prompts, but I haven’t done them in years.  I’m really too busy with my own stuff and I can never get them to feel right for my blog.  That and I schedule months in … Continue reading →

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Working Ahead

Posted on April 26, 2021 by Charles Yallowitz

Hi gang, Craig with you again. I may have posted something about this before, but I’ve reached a point in life where “I don’t remember” stops being … Working Ahead Great advice. Love the quote at the end.

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Outline Time . . . Trouble Already?

Posted on April 25, 2021 by Charles Yallowitz

First, I don’t really know if that’s an Irish proverb.  Just liked the sound of it when looking for sleep quotes.  Why do I think this is what’s going to get a lot of comments? The reason I went for … Continue reading →

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Hello to Saturday. Can I Stay in Bed?

Posted on April 24, 2021 by Charles Yallowitz

After a week of watching primarily ‘Ranma 1/2’ to get it off my list, I ended by watching the new ‘Mortal Kombat’ last night.  Was it an example of cinematic greatness?  No because it’s freaking Mortal Kombat.  Not sure what … Continue reading →

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