Category Archives: Thoughts

A Desk to Call My Own

Posted on March 27, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I’ve seen a lot of writer’s show pictures of their writer’s desk/room/den/realm and give a small tour.  I had considered doing this, but my digital camera died and the picture wouldn’t be very interesting.  In fact, above is the best … Continue reading →

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Because Good is Dumb

Posted on March 25, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

This is part of my most recent book review:  “The bad guys are really bad and the good guys are unaware.” At first, I didn’t know what to make of the statement and I’m not much closer to figuring it … Continue reading →

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Game of Names

Posted on March 20, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I think every fiction writer has had a character where they struggle with the name or even look back and wonder where a name came from.  In fact, I find it awkward when people ask me how I came up … Continue reading →

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The Taboo Tense

Posted on March 17, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

This post is probably going to have a little frustration and anger, but it isn’t directed at anyone in particular.  Since my book debuted, I’ve had a few people bring up the fact that I use present tense instead of … Continue reading →

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Child Protagonists: Parenting at its Best

Posted on March 13, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

There are several types of protagonists that one can choose from.  You have true blue heroes, anti-heroes, resistant heroes, silent heroes, and so many others that have their own strengths and flaws.  One of the most difficult heroes, in my … Continue reading →

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Eerie PD: A Manga, Sci-Fi, Fantasy Webcomic

Posted on March 8, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Eerie PD I can’t do an explanation of this new webcomic that does it justice.  It’s two stories going on at the same time.  One story is about the writing of the comic and the other story is the actual … Continue reading →

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Religion . . . in Fantasy

Posted on March 6, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I’m sure at least one person made one of those hissing inhales in preparation of a conversation on religion.  I can go into it, but I’m sure religion and politics are the reasons people stop being friends and the phrase … Continue reading →

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About Domains

Posted on March 2, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I realized that I forgot to mention something on the ‘How to Self-Publish Kindle Style’ post.  It’s something that has been asked to me before.  The question is this: Should I or shouldn’t I get a domain website? I’m not … Continue reading →

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Upon Request: How to Self-Publish Kindle Style

Posted on March 1, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I’ve been asked by Codywestle to make a post about how to self-publish.  Now, I don’t like calling myself an expert on anything outside of my own stories.  So, this is all opinion and personal path here.  Nothing is ever … Continue reading →

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When to Put Your Baby to Bed

Posted on February 27, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I’m going for irony here even though it just took me a few attempts to spell it correctly.  I just put out my first e-book (check my store please) and I looked at my list of ‘thought’ topics.  I saw … Continue reading →

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