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Short Stories

Posted on February 8, 2021 by Charles Yallowitz

Hi SEers! Denise here with a post about something I’ve been enjoying lately, short stories. When I get an idea in the middle of the night or the … Short Stories

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Super Bowl Sunday . . . Football Meme Time!

Posted on February 7, 2021 by Charles Yallowitz

First, I do mean American Football.  I know I need to clarify that.  Also, it was hard to find anything funny that was very specific and required knowledge of NFL events.  Still, my family watches the game and usually has … Continue reading →

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How to Make a Video Using Canva

Posted on February 5, 2021 by Charles Yallowitz

Image courtesy of Pixabay Hi SErs! Harmony here 😁 Today, I have another Canva tutorial for you. This one is all about using Canva to make a free and… How to Make a Video Using Canva

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7 Tips to Adding Fear Into Fiction

Posted on February 3, 2021 by Charles Yallowitz

Even if you don’t write horror, you may want to include some fear in your stories.  From fear, we can create hope and relief.  We can also drive people into despair and sadness.  It’s a fascinating jumping point for so … Continue reading →

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Blogging Breaks: The Good, Bad, and Ugly

Posted on February 1, 2021 by Charles Yallowitz

Hi, SEers! You’re with Mae today for one of my Good/ Bad / Ugly posts. At the end of 2020, I took a two-month break from blogging. I’d only planned … Blogging Breaks: The Good, Bad, and Ugly

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#1 Post of 2020: 7 Tips to Writing Characters with Depression

Posted on January 31, 2021 by Charles Yallowitz

(Post originally published April 8, 2020.  Wow.  All 3 mental health posts that came out around my 40th birthday.  Kind of bittersweet here.) A few disclaimers here because we’re heading into delicate territory.  I am not an expert on mental … Continue reading →

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How Latin Became Modern Italian

Posted on January 29, 2021 by Charles Yallowitz

In my last post, I explored some ways in which a new language is born. This post examines one of the best-known historical examples (at least for … How Latin Became Modern Italian

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Heraldry Basics

Posted on January 25, 2021 by Charles Yallowitz

Any of you writing fantasy will appreciate Toni Šušnjar’s post on heraldry, shared on Mythic Scribes. The History of Heraldry As Toni explains, … Heraldry Basics

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Pictures from the Father/Son Zoo Trip

Posted on January 24, 2021 by Charles Yallowitz

Last Sunday’s funny animals picture went over really well.  I realized that I randomly put it on the same day that my son and I went to the Bronx Zoo.  That was a lot of fun and we got some … Continue reading →

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7 Tips On Writing Great Book Reviews

Posted on January 21, 2021 by Charles Yallowitz

I love books and believe everyone should leave reviews of the books they read. Reviews help readers decide if a book is worth reading, they also help… 7 Tips On Writing Great Book Reviews Excellent tips!

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