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Happy Birthday to . . . Oh, It’s Me.

Posted on April 9, 2026 by Charles Yallowitz

Yeah.  It’s my birthday.  On vacation with my son too, which means no party.  Not really sure what we’re going to do today.  Would feel weird for me to buy a cake for myself, but we’ll see.  Enjoy the memes!

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Please welcome Jan Sikes

Posted on April 9, 2026 by Charles Yallowitz

Jan is one of my longest term author friends. She has a new book out and I’d like you all to take a look. Those sharing buttons really help authors … Please welcome Jan Sikes

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7 Tips to Giving Artists Hope

Posted on April 8, 2026 by Charles Yallowitz

People might be wondering how to give an artist hope.  Here are some suggestions: Actually interact with their art.  Read their books, listen to their music, look at their paintings, etc. Give compliments even if you also want to give … Continue reading →

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Happy Easter!

Posted on April 5, 2026 by Charles Yallowitz

It’s that time of year that bunnies lay chocolate eggs filled with jellybeans in the hopes that Jesus returns.  Is that right?  I really don’t understand most of these symbols.

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Happy Passover . . . And April Fools

Posted on April 1, 2026 by Charles Yallowitz

This really does come off as a joke, right?  Passover shows up on April Fools Day.  I had work and my son had school too, so we’re getting home with maybe an hour to get ready for the sedar.  Guess … Continue reading →

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World Piano Day

Posted on March 29, 2026 by Charles Yallowitz

It’s World Piano Day.  I didn’t know it was a thing.  My parents had an organ I played with terribly and I had a keyboard that I was bad at.  Still, it’s a very popular and integral instrument, so I … Continue reading →

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Where Did You Come From?

Posted on March 27, 2026 by Charles Yallowitz

Villain 1– “I have come to your world to-” Villain 2– “It’s not my world.” V1– “Oh . . . I didn’t mean you own it. Just a figure of speech from where I’m from. I’m not from around here.” … Continue reading →

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7 Tips to Villains From Other Worlds

Posted on March 25, 2026 by Charles Yallowitz

While this is a niche character type, there are probably some tips to making it work.  I mean, advice on any subject is helpful, right?  We’ll see how this goes because 7 might be hefty challenge on this one.  Wish … Continue reading →

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Guest Post – Luanne Castle’s New Release – Scrap Salvaging a Family

Posted on March 25, 2026 by Charles Yallowitz

I am pleased to introduce you to Luanne Castle’s latest book – Scrap Salvaging a Family. Luanne writes beautiful, award-winning poetry and has now … Guest Post – Luanne Castle’s New Release – Scrap Salvaging a Family

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International Goof Off Day

Posted on March 22, 2026 by Charles Yallowitz

I found this a surprising holiday since I know most adults refuse to openly goof off.  We really are a weird species if we have a holiday specifically to remind people to have fun and be silly.  Doesn’t sound like … Continue reading →

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