Category Archives: Spotlight

Guest Post by John W. Howell: The Untrained Thriller Hero

Posted on February 26, 2015 by Charles Yallowitz

Thank you to John W. Howell for writing an insightful post! Last week Charles asked me a question, and I took some time to think it over. His question was a request. Here is the quote, “tips to making a … Continue reading →

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Guest Post on Guest Author Etiquette by Chris the Storyreading Ape

Posted on February 24, 2015 by Charles Yallowitz

(Today is a post from Chris the Storyreading Ape.  Enjoy and check out his site.) Author Guest Post Etiquette My thanks to Charles for inviting me to discuss Guest Author Etiquette (although, an APE discussing etiquette does seem a bit … Continue reading →

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Two Year Anniversary for Beginning of a Hero!

Posted on February 23, 2015 by Charles Yallowitz

COVER ART BY JASON PEDERSEN As I finish writing the Prologue for Book 10, I realized something that I should have paid more attention to. February 24th is the 2 year anniversary for BEGINNING OF A HERO! So I’ve been … Continue reading →

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Cover Reveal: Torn by Kate Sparkes

Posted on February 23, 2015 by Charles Yallowitz

Aren Tiernal knows that safety is an illusion, that his cruel and powerful brother Severn will never forgive his betrayal. Still, returning to Tyrea to challenge Severn for the throne would be suicide. It’s not until Severn himself comes to collect what’s … Continue reading →

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New Book Trailer and Indie Diaries

Posted on February 21, 2015 by Charles Yallowitz

Sorry that I’ve been quiet/absent for some people.  It’s been a rough week, which has seen me drained.  Still alive, but I’m pushing the term.  So I’m doing my goal post tomorrow because today I have two announcements: First is … Continue reading →

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Guest Post Trading

Posted on February 19, 2015 by Charles Yallowitz

So I’ve done a few guest posts for others and hosted a few.  I’m thinking of making Tuesdays and Thursdays open for anyone who wants to guest post.  This got me thinking to what I did with C.S. Boyack and … Continue reading →

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The IX by Andrew Weston

Posted on February 17, 2015 by Charles Yallowitz

Arden, home to a culture that has existed for thousands of years and which spans dozens of worlds. Regardless, their sophistication cannot prevent calamity at the hands of an unstoppable nemesis. Known only as the Horde, this enemy has proven … Continue reading →

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Shannon A. Thompson Guest Post: Balancing the Editor’s Life with an Author’s Dream

Posted on February 12, 2015 by Charles Yallowitz

Today I have a guest blog from Shannon A. Thompson who is both an author and an editor.  Below you’ll see what she has to offer and how one balances the two roles. I started off as a writer who … Continue reading →

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Kickstarter for “Pause of the Clock”

Posted on February 10, 2015 by Charles Yallowitz

(Ionia is having computer problems, so I’m posting this on her behalf. Her friend is finishing a movie that he has been working on for 20 years. Please read the post, lend a hand, and spread the word.) Shot in … Continue reading →

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Character Development by C.S. Boyack

Posted on February 3, 2015 by Charles Yallowitz

Today I have a guest post from C.S. Boyack.  Enjoy! Character growth is something all authors struggle with. I’m not an expert, but I have some seasoning. There are many ways to weave character growth into a story, but I’m … Continue reading →

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