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About Charles Yallowitz

Charles E. Yallowitz was born, raised, and educated in New York. Then he spent a few years in Florida, realized his fear of alligators, and moved back to the Empire State. When he isn't working hard on his epic fantasy stories, Charles can be found cooking or going on whatever adventure his son has planned for the day. 'Legends of Windemere' is his first series, but it certainly won't be his last.

Some of the Types of Power Catalysts

Posted on February 7, 2024 by Charles Yallowitz

I’m going to say ‘some’ because I’m sure I’ll have missed something.  There are so many methods of triggering powers or magic.  Probably a bunch that haven’t been invented yet.  So, let’s dive into the list. Magical Ingredients/Gestures/Words I’m going … Continue reading →

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What Writer’s Should Know! Part Two: Editing

Posted on February 7, 2024 by Charles Yallowitz

Hi SEers! Denise here with the second part of What Writers Should Know. Last month, we explored common grammar errors and today we examine editing. … What Writer’s Should Know! Part Two: Editing

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Blurb for ‘Darwin & the Fate Bracelet’ Test

Posted on February 6, 2024 by Charles Yallowitz

So, I’m hoping to publish Darwin & the Fate Bracelet this year.  Need to finish the editing and decide on how to do the naming. The Slumberlord Chronicles: Darwin & the Fate Bracelet is far too long.  Maybe just write it once, but refer … Continue reading →

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What Is a Power Catalyst?

Posted on February 5, 2024 by Charles Yallowitz

Fiction that incorporates magic and powers tend to use a ‘power catalyst’.  This is something that is needed to trigger an ability.  I’ll go into the categories on Wednesday, so today is just an overview.  Mostly because I keep thinking … Continue reading →

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Writers Self-Care ~ Taking Time Off

Posted on February 5, 2024 by Charles Yallowitz

Hey, SE Readers. Joan with you today. In my last post, I talked of a new series this year on self-care for writers. We often become so focused on our… Writers Self-Care ~ Taking Time Off

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World Cancer Day

Posted on February 4, 2024 by Charles Yallowitz

I was looking for a holiday to showcase today since I need to figure out more animals to do posts on.  Kept coming back to this one.  I’ve known a lot of cancer survivors and those who couldn’t beat it.  … Continue reading →

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Goal Post: I’ll Share What I Can

Posted on February 3, 2024 by Charles Yallowitz

This week was brutal . . . Let me example. First, I think it’s okay to say a little on the ‘life event’.  Mostly because the legal stuff is over and I’m going to remain neutral.  You see, the custody … Continue reading →

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Happy Groundhog Day . . . Unless He Says More Winter

Posted on February 2, 2024 by Charles Yallowitz

Never really understood how this holiday keeps going.  Then again, it makes more sense than Daylight Savings Time.  Less destructive on the body too.  Enjoy the funnies and let’s hope the varmint doesn’t curse us.

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Groundhog’s Day

Posted on February 2, 2024 by Charles Yallowitz

Hi, gang. Craig with you again, and I hope to have a bit of fun today. You might consider this bit of fun as a character building exercise. I’m on … Groundhog’s Day

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Poetry Day: Human Hyena

Posted on February 1, 2024 by Charles Yallowitz

(I think we all know a person like this.  Maybe some of us have gone through a phase where we were this person.) Hurling nasty barbs At all that you find silly Your goal is laughter But only from your … Continue reading →

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