Category Archives: Olde Shoppe Stories

The Ending Emporium

Posted on September 30, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

Welcome to the Ending Emporium where you can find the perfect ending to your story.  If you started at my sister’s Beginning Bazaar then you’re eligible for our 15% epilogue discount.  No, we’re not associated with the Midpoint Market, but … Continue reading →

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The Adaptation Station

Posted on July 29, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

Glad you came to us about your book being turned into a movie.  Here at the ‘Adaptation Station’, we pride ourselves on showing some respect to the source material.  At least 5% more than our competitors.  What if they show … Continue reading →

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Wedding Palace: If You Have the Vows, We Have the Wows

Posted on June 18, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

Welcome young lovers to Wedding Palace, the store with all of your magical wedding needs. Is this for a party or quick vows before running away from an evil wizard?  I warn you that the fast lane is a little … Continue reading →

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Ye Fresh Grocer

Posted on June 10, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

Welcome to ‘Ye Fresh Grocer’ where everything is fresh and delicious.  All products are replaced after three days.  We either donate them to charity or feed them to the goat packs that prowl the night.  Actually, that reminds me of … Continue reading →

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Gods ‘R Us: Deities for Your Every Need

Posted on May 20, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

Welcome to Gods ‘R Us!  We have all the deities you need.  Sorry about the stairs, but our products need to be kept in high altitudes.  What do we do about the water gods?  Well, we have a really big … Continue reading →

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Welcome to Henchman Emporium!

Posted on May 15, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

Welcome, potential evildoer, to the store where we have minions, lackeys, henchmen, fodder, and whatever other human resources you need.  You’re not a cop or a hero in disguise, are you?  Of course not.  The dogs would have already torn … Continue reading →

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Welcome to ‘The Pen Is . . .’

Posted on April 30, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

Welcome, good customer, to The Pen Is!  Why do people keep laughing at our name?  It’s part of a great saying and fits what we do here very well.  Do we sell pens?  Of course, but that’s only part of … Continue reading →

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Welcome to Ye Olde Bakery: Cakes Are Fresh, Bakery is Olde

Posted on April 8, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

(Yes, I agree the guy who writes these ‘Shop Skits’ should make a category for them.  Must be the old age and a sense of laziness.  What?  Get on with the post and stop breaking the fourth wall?  Fine, but … Continue reading →

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Ye’s Olde Magic Shoppe (On the corner of Dragon Avenue and Peacock Lane)

Posted on March 19, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

Welcome to Ye’s Olde Magic Shoppe!  I’m Ye, owner and former sorcerer.  So, what can I get you?  Why did I quit magic and open a shop?  I’m not legally allowed to answer that question.  So, what is young wizard … Continue reading →

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Gearing Up for Thievery

Posted on September 20, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

So, you’re about to set out for a life of fantasy thief crime.  Well, you’re going to need a lot of gear.  Unlike warriors, you can’t get away with armor, sword, and shield.  It’s a long list of items you’re … Continue reading →

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