Tag Archives: anger

Conflict in the Party

Posted on November 7, 2025 by Charles Yallowitz

Thief– Why is everyone angry at me? Warrior– Because you crossed a line. Caster– Like you’re one to talk. Warrior– This isn’t about me and I didn’t do anything nearly as bad as him. Druid– Well, you all suck! Caster– … Continue reading →

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Poetry Day: Slamming Doors

Posted on September 11, 2025 by Charles Yallowitz

(I was iffy on posting this considering it’s 9/11, but maybe this can have some connection.  To be fair, this day doesn’t get as much special attention as it once did.  I guess it’s fallen into history like Pearl Harbor.  … Continue reading →

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Poetry Day: Wrath Rondelet

Posted on July 31, 2025 by Charles Yallowitz

(A rondelet is a 7-line poem where the first line is repeated on line 3 and 7.  The refrain lines are usually 4 syllables and the other 4 lines are 8.  These were tough, so I hope I got them … Continue reading →

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Do Authors Need to Access Emotions While Writing?

Posted on June 16, 2025 by Charles Yallowitz

I’m surprised when I run into people who think authors shouldn’t access any emotions while writing.  They feel one must remain calm, clear-headed, and at peace even if the scene is one of anger or fear.  Never been given an … Continue reading →

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Poetry Day: My Sanguine Beast

Posted on December 5, 2024 by Charles Yallowitz

(It’s about tempers that we keep deep inside.  Those monsters that many have, which one never wants to release.  These beasts are worse for some.) I hear you Screaming A soulless noise Echoing in my skull Calling out for blood … Continue reading →

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Poetry Day: Ira

Posted on June 13, 2024 by Charles Yallowitz

(Ira is the Latin word for ‘Wrath’.  So, it worked for the title of a poem about anger.) The pit of your heart is where I fester I am all-consuming   Violence and hate are my bastard children I am … Continue reading →

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Questions 3: Emotions Grant Powers

Posted on May 17, 2024 by Charles Yallowitz

So, we’ve talked about emotions being used in fiction.  From the ‘power of friendship’ idea to rage making people stronger, authors really do run with the concept.  We all have our own opinions on if this is good or bad … Continue reading →

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The Emotional Outburst Power Up

Posted on May 15, 2024 by Charles Yallowitz

As seen above, anger is the easiest emotion to grant a power boost from.  Most people can understand when someone gets stronger because they’re pissed off.  Holding back is no longer a thing, so one fights with full strength.  If … Continue reading →

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Poetry Day: Every Family Has a B-Word

Posted on June 1, 2023 by Charles Yallowitz

(The actual title had the full curse word.  Definitely wrote this one when I was angry and feeling underappreciated.  Still, you can see this in many families.  There’s a hierarchy, which means someone is going to be at the bottom.  … Continue reading →

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Poetry Day: Cry for Some Attention

Posted on November 10, 2022 by Charles Yallowitz

(This poem deals with how the Internet works.  I wrote it when I noticed posting anything positive or a simple update got very little attention.  Once I ranted, I got a flood of comments by people either trying to cheer … Continue reading →

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