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.

So You Want to Write Fantasy (A Pessimistic Approach?)

Posted on July 22, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

So you want to write fantasy.  Well, let me load you up on everything you need to get yourself started.  Have some elves, dragons, dwarves, gnomes, magic, warriors, spellcasters, medieval weaponry, orcs, trolls, griffins, political intrigue, religious intrigue, thieves, and … Continue reading →

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Character Poem: Gabriel

Posted on July 22, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

God of Destiny Lord of Hell Master of the black unicorn Progenitor of the Song Casters The Tri-God Gabriel is a god of many names And a single reputation Power and coldness With warmth when he feels need He is … Continue reading →

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Staring at a Dream Killer

Posted on July 22, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

One works so hard To go for gold Rising Above their station Taking that risk With sweet rewards A slower path Filled with brambles Every cut well-earned What happens when it ends? All work has gone to waste Devoured By … Continue reading →

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What Do You Look For In a Hero?

Posted on July 22, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

One of the more interesting things about Beginning of a Hero reviews was that a few of them mentioned how Luke Callindor wasn’t heroic.  He was immature, unpolished, reckless, and selfish.  First, this is the beginning of a series, so … Continue reading →

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For Charles!

Posted on July 22, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Originally posted on HA's Place:
*Please pardon me for my futile efforts, Charles. And a message to everyone- please don’t read if your poetic ears are quite sensitive. I won’t take the responsibility. I have already warned you. 😀…

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Heartsick

Posted on July 21, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I sit so far away Knowing you’re in pain Tasting fear Not sure if mine or yours My heart aches Cracking at the seams I think I feel it bleed Dripping under my skin The universe feels cruel Revealing us … Continue reading →

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Return of the Son of Goal Posts

Posted on July 21, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Been a while since I did a post about goals.  I think because they were staying the same and there have been some rough times.  I reached the point last week where whatever I got done, I got done.  Let … Continue reading →

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Battle of the Chicken Nuggets

Posted on July 21, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Goldfish crackers Whipped cream alone Chips and fries galore This is all you eat Today I say no more A bag of carrots That you refuse Yogurt that you request We try them all It’s become a patience test Late … Continue reading →

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Character Poem: Nimby

Posted on July 21, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Charming halfling Smelling of sawdust and guile Loyalty in his blood Sleight of hand to pick all locks The world’s pockets are his to loot A noble heart beats in his chest While mischief’s in his eyes Legends of Windemere: … Continue reading →

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Deeper by Jane Thomson

Posted on July 21, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I recently finished reading Deeper by Jane Thomson.  This is the story of a mermaid (they’re called mers) that wants to be human, so it’s a retelling of ‘The Little Mermaid’.  That’s where the similarities end. There is an odd … Continue reading →

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