Author Archives: Charles Yallowitz

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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.

Origins of Monsters

Posted on February 17, 2023 by Charles Yallowitz

Creating monsters for a fantasy world can be done in a variety of ways.  None of them are better than the others, so the author can use the one that suits them best.  It doesn’t even have to be one … Continue reading →

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Creating Character Voice

Posted on February 17, 2023 by Charles Yallowitz

Hi, SEers. Welcome to another Mae Day on Story Empire. Thanks for joining me for a discussion on character voice.  As authors, we know the importance… Creating Character Voice

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Poetry Day: Devil’s Advocate

Posted on February 16, 2023 by Charles Yallowitz

(Sometimes, I play devil’s advocate, but I try to do it with friendly debates.  Not when someone is talking about their dreams unless they ask me to do so.  The devil’s advocate role gets used by so many people to … Continue reading →

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7 Tips to Creating Monsters

Posted on February 15, 2023 by Charles Yallowitz

Let’s be clear.  There really aren’t many solid rules to monster making.  At least when it comes to fiction.  In reality, you have to struggle with the ethics of creating a monster and hope it doesn’t kill you when it … Continue reading →

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There Are More Book to Movie Scams Out There – Be Careful

Posted on February 15, 2023 by Charles Yallowitz

Photo by Tyson Moultrie on Unsplash Hi SEers. John is with you today. It is midweek, and hopefully, it is going well for you. Today I was going to … There Are More Book to Movie Scams Out There – … Continue reading →

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Teaser Tuesday: A Race of Survivors

Posted on February 14, 2023 by Charles Yallowitz

This teaser comes from Legends of Windemere: Path of the Traitors.  I really liked writing this book because it allowed me to focus on several secondary characters.  This book also helped get a bunch of non-champion characters in position for the … Continue reading →

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Is It Easy to Write Monsters?

Posted on February 13, 2023 by Charles Yallowitz

Fairly certain that I’ve tackled this topic before.  I felt like doing it again because the question still comes up.  Since fantasy authors are known for having strange creatures in their stories, people wonder how they design them.  Is there … Continue reading →

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Narrative Choice, Part 2

Posted on February 13, 2023 by Charles Yallowitz

by Stephen Geez In “Narrative Choice Part 1” I started with the basics in narrative choice—voice, tense, and identity. For Part 2 we’ll flex more of … Narrative Choice, Part 2

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Super Bowl Memes . . . Because I’m Busy

Posted on February 12, 2023 by Charles Yallowitz

It’s time for the Super Bowl, which I’m sure most people who read my blog don’t care about.  For those who don’t even know, it’s the last football game of the season between the two conference champions.  Most people watch … Continue reading →

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Goal Post: Not Bad, But Still Came Up Short a Bit

Posted on February 11, 2023 by Charles Yallowitz

I need to revaluate my writing ability and speed.  My goal was to write chapters 6 and 7 of Darwin & the Demon Game.  I missed the mark by one section, which is rather frustrating.  To be fair, I lost most … Continue reading →

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