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Poetry Day: Magic Beans

Posted on September 5, 2024 by Charles Yallowitz

(Not really sure where this one came from.  Darwin is mentioned, but it has nothing to do with his story.) Darwin had a bag of beans Each with a special gift The red beans made him super strong The green … Continue reading →

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Teaser Tuesday: Everthorne the Northern Sister City

Posted on September 3, 2024 by Charles Yallowitz

Teasers have returned!  Here is an excerpt from The Merchant of Nevra Coil.  Called Everthorne, this is the northern Sister City and sits in a very difficult region.  A briar forest to the south, icy expanses to the east, swamplands … Continue reading →

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Brenda’s Barbeque Buyout Boutique: Grill ‘Em!

Posted on September 2, 2024 by Charles Yallowitz

Welcome to our end of season sale!  All of our grills are discounted and can come in any reasonable shape you want.  The only choice you have to make is size and the method by which it cooks.  We even … Continue reading →

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Poetry Day: Mad Doctor of Dyer

Posted on August 29, 2024 by Charles Yallowitz

(Another fictional journey about a crazy doctor.  Really should try to write one of these again.) Beneath the clean-cut hedges And the children playing tag Thrives a maze-like lab Run by Dr. Thaddeus Donald Thad He is a man who … Continue reading →

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Gary’s Glasses Galore: All Glasses Polished to Perfection

Posted on August 23, 2024 by Charles Yallowitz

Come in and have a seat at the bar.  We don’t serve alcohol here, but the setting helps people find their perfect glass.  You know that the right glass will enhance the taste of what you’re drinking?  It’s not scientifically … Continue reading →

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Poetry Day: Lost Flights

Posted on August 22, 2024 by Charles Yallowitz

(A poem about missing the creativity we had as children.  Feels like adults can’t even try to fly as high as kids.  Maturity definitely comes at a price.) I remember older days When my mind would wander Taking flight in … Continue reading →

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Is Exaggeration Effective?

Posted on August 21, 2024 by Charles Yallowitz

This is going to be a strange and awkward topic.  I’ll connect it to writing after I give the initial catalyst event. So, I had to deal with two people who don’t always get along.  I brought up a complaint … Continue reading →

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Gus’s Glasses Galore: All Glass Polished to Perfection

Posted on August 19, 2024 by Charles Yallowitz

Good morning and welcome to our little shop.  We are dedicated to making the perfect pair of glasses for every customer.  Just give my your prescription and I will begin the tour of our wares.  It is very important for … Continue reading →

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The Fantasy Orc Stereotypes

Posted on August 16, 2024 by Charles Yallowitz

Well, we did elves and dwarves.  Always felt orcs were the third fantasy species that showed up all the time.  Sometimes they are simply goblins, but they usually have the same themes.  Definitely big stereotypes with these guys too.  So, … Continue reading →

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The Fantasy Dwarf Stereotypes

Posted on August 14, 2024 by Charles Yallowitz

Can’t talk about elves without touching on dwarves.  Let’s just dive into the first one: Dwarves hates elves and the feeling is mutual.  Right from Tolkien, but misses the fact that Legolas and Gimli became friends.  Many authors just have … Continue reading →

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