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.

Teaser Tuesday: Do I Have to Go Medieval?

I think I’ll do a month of Do I Need to Use a Dragon? (Fantasy Writing Tips) teasers to see what people think.  I can’t put full sections down, so I’m going to grab random introductions.  Hope that works since I would … Continue reading →

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Characters Need to Be Perfect! Real People Can Screw Up!

Over the course of this year, I’ve seen several authors talk about reviews complaining about character intelligence.  Specifically, readers hate when a character makes a ‘stupid mistake’.  They feel it ruins the story and go on a rant.  I think … Continue reading →

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A Labor of Love

The first Monday in September is Labor Day in the US, a day to pay tribute to the contributions and achievements of those people in our past who … A Labor of Love

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Strange and Silly Lizards

I was trying to think of a good animal to do a quick post on, but everything needed a lot more research.  Of course, I got to thinking about types of animals that are too numerous for me to do … Continue reading →

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Goal Post: Back to the Classroom

The school year started up again for me on Tuesday.  So, I’ve been working hard since then with not much of a chance to write.  Not much energy too.  Part of it simply getting used to waking up early and … Continue reading →

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Julius’s Jacket Jamboree: Please Don’t Call Us Lame to Our Face

We sell jackets.  That’s it.  No, you’re thinking of a coat.  Those are longer and heavier because they’re for colder weather.  We’re more of an autumn and spring service with all of our products having a special feature.  Sure.  We … Continue reading →

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When a Plotter and a Panster Co-Author a Novel

Hi, SEers! Welcome to a Mae Day on SE. It’s also a Staci Troilo day because she and I wrote The Haunting of Chatham Hollow together, and that’s what … When a Plotter and a Panster Co-Author a Novel

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Poetry Day: Cannibalized

(I really like this one.  It’s social commentary again.  Had myself confused at first until I read it once again.  Hope you enjoy.) We depend on you Our rock to hold Within the tempest Ignoring the chips We are tearing … Continue reading →

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Back to School Funnies

Yup.  It’s back to school for all students and teachers.  At least for those who weren’t in summer school.  Time to buckle in for another wild ride where you really don’t know what’s coming.  All you can do is walk … Continue reading →

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Check This Out: Big Rig

With me on the blog today is the amazing and gracious Louise Hawes, author extraordinaire and member of the faculty at Vermont College of Fine Arts! … Check This Out: Big Rig

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