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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.

Happy Pink Flamingo Day! Let’s See the Inspiration

So, today is the National Pink Flamingo Day, which is about these guys: I thought it would be more interesting to do a post about the real thing.  After all, flamingos are one of the most identifiable and popular birds … Continue reading

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Goal Post: A Possible Return to Writing

The last time I wrote anything new was late August/early September.  I’m talking stories and not blog posts.  This school year has been really busy both as a TA and as a parent, so time and energy weren’t there.  Now, … Continue reading

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Questions 3: The Power Up for You!

This might be more difficult than I assume.  Being someone who has played video games since childhood, I’m used to temporary Power Ups.  Others might not be so quick to think up anything.  So, take your time if you want … Continue reading

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Anthologies

Hey, SE Readers. Joan with you today. In my last post, I talked about the advantages of writing short stories and how they could be stand-alone works… Anthologies

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Poetry Day: Bad Weather Bastards

(Seriously, why do so many people lose their minds when the weather turns?  It’s the opposite of what one should do on the road.) As rain falls in powerful sheets. All the idiots with cars enter the streets. Acting like … Continue reading

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7 Tips to Using Power Ups in Fiction

We do tend to think more about video games than books when it comes to temporary Power Ups.  Yet, they are around with much less fanfare.  You don’t have to hit a block with your head to get them out.  … Continue reading

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16 Reasons to read your work aloud

Most writers have learned the importance of reading their words aloud. It’s advice I heeded early on and am happy to pass along. Writing works on … 16 Reasons to read your work aloud

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Happy National Brothers Day! (Send Him a Book about Barbarians and Magic!)

Give a gift of action adventure with Legends of Windemere: Tribe of the Snow Tiger!  It has barbarians who are kind of like He-Man, which your brother may have played with if . . . I’m feeling old.

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The Fun of Temporary Magic Items

When it comes to fantasy, people think a lot about magical items.  Rings, armor, swords, and all of these enchanted objects come to mind.  I hear them get mentioned more often than another category: Temporary Magic Items.  I also like … Continue reading

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Bringing Authors and Readers Together #shepherdforauthors #readinglists @storyempire @maeclair @bwb

Hi, SEers! Welcome to a Mae Day in May! Today, I’d like to share a resource I recently discovered that is beneficial for both authors and readers. I … Bringing Authors and Readers Together #shepherdforauthors #readinglists @storyempire @maeclair @bwb

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