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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.

Mindset — How To Connect with Readers

The writer’s mindset has everything to do with how the story resonates with the reader. We’re all familiar with Robert Frost’s famous quote, right? “… Mindset — How To Connect with Readers

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Questions 3 and Look Back at ‘Allure of the Gypsies’

This book is when the champions storyline finally came to light.  Legends of Windemere: Allure of the Gypsies had a lot of changes happen to the heroes, including a few power upgrades.  I felt that this story was easier to write than … Continue reading →

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Questions 3: Happy National Fairy Tale Day

Today is National Fairy Tale Day!  I was going to do a bunch of memes, but I thought it would be more fun to let people comment on the subject.  Most of us grew up with some fairy tales.  They … Continue reading →

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Words that pack a punch – part 2

Hi, SE’ers! I’m back again with another common word we use in our writing. I hope today’s post will give you new ideas on alternate words that can … Words that pack a punch – part 2

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Lego Haul from 2023

I actually finished these sets during the 2023 Holiday Break.  Some people may have seen them on Instagram.  I already had a bunch of ideas for Sunday posts, so I kept these for a day when I didn’t have any … Continue reading →

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Goal Post: A Busy Week of Break

I’m writing this from a desk that is more cluttered than expected.  Guess the plus side of that is it means I got some work done.  Not just errands, laundry, and cleaning up around the house too.  Maybe that’s why … Continue reading →

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What Would You Use the Cardinal Directions For?

I probably messed up my general plan here.  Thought doing a Questions 3 would work, but then I thought otherwise.  Then, I thought about talking about how the words ‘north, south, east, and west’ are used in non-Earth worlds.  That … Continue reading →

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36 Plots and Mad Max

My husband and I watch a lot of action and superhero movies. Did I mention that he’s 10? A suggestion that we watch something with an actual plot … 36 Plots and Mad Max

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Babylon by Michelle Cameron

“Babyon” by Michelle Cameron is an intriguing foray into historical fiction, encapsulating the harrowing yet resilient journey of the Jewish people … Babylon by Michelle Cameron

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Poetry Day: I Love You . . . But

(Kind of extreme in a few examples, but you get the point.) I love you, dearest. And I found a surgery for your bald spot.   I love you, honey. And I chose a diet for you to use.   … Continue reading →

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