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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.

What If You Were a Hero From an Evil Family?

This is kind of a combination of a questions and scenario post.  Doesn’t even need much of an explanation. You were born into a villain family and became a hero.  Why do you think you would turn and what would … Continue reading

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Poetry Day: Religion

(I’m totally sure the comments will be fine.  Yup.  Nothing controversial about this poem at all.) The evolution of faith Uniting people Bringing hope To the many fallen Inspiring the artists Since the dawn of time Built on tenants Of … Continue reading

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Paranormal

Hi, gang. ✋ Craig here again and I’m contemplating a new series. I’m the guy who writes almost exclusively in the speculative genres of paranormal/… Paranormal

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Are Tropes A Good Thing?  A Bad Thing?  Or Somewhere In The Middle?

Posted by Joy York It was years after I began writing that I learned about tropes. I never had one in mind when I wrote any of my books. I’m a … Are Tropes A Good Thing?  A Bad Thing? … Continue reading

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7 Tips to a Hero Coming from a Villain Family

It might seem easy to have a hero come from a villainous family.  Yet, you might want to put some nuance in there to really make an impact.  What are some things to consider with this background? If you want … Continue reading

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Teaser Tuesday: Welcome Home

(An old excerpt from Legends of Windemere: Allure of the Gypsies) The bakery at the entrance to Haven fills the air with the sweet aroma of fresh pastries. Aedyn can feel his mouth water as they pass the open door … Continue reading

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Are Tropes A Good Thing?  A Bad Thing?  Or Somewhere In The Middle?

Posted by Joy York It was years after I began writing that I learned about tropes. I never had one in mind when I wrote any of my books. I’m a … Are Tropes A Good Thing?  A Bad Thing? … Continue reading

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A Hero From A Villainous Lineage

The inspiration for this week’s topic is ‘One Piece’.  Kind of spoilers, but this is something revealed in 2016.  Anyway, the character of Sanji is revealed to have come from an infamously villainous family called the Vinsmokes.  He’s the black … Continue reading

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World Reef Awareness Day

Coral reefs are very important ecosystems, which have been in danger due to pollution and climate change for a long time.  So, today is used to bring awareness to how essential they are and the threat they are under.  Best … Continue reading

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Goal Post: Progress Made Against a Whirlwind

This week didn’t go as planned.  Now, I did finish all of the blog posts for July and August, so that’s a victory.  I also completed the editing of Darwin & the Beast Collector, so I’m going to start typing them … Continue reading

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