Tag Archives: creativity

The Banshee Bash

Posted on April 25, 2016 by Charles Yallowitz

(Connected to the earlier poem.  Originally posted on January 16, 2013.  That’s before I learned how to put pictures on here.) Shadows stir Among the blackened trees As the sun is suffocated And buried By her pale-faced brother A ghoulish … Continue reading →

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Fragile Muse

Posted on March 28, 2016 by Charles Yallowitz

Our spirit of inspiration Gentle pixie on our shoulder With her ink-stained wings And body cloaked in paint Flitting on the edge of thought Heard just enough to guide our dreams Her power is at our cores Dwelling in our … Continue reading →

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Questions 3 (Minus 2): Recruitment Time!

Posted on March 24, 2016 by Charles Yallowitz

This one is easy . . . or difficult depending on your mood.  This isn’t even a question, so much as a challenge to have fun with.  On your blog or in the comments, it’s up to you. Write a … Continue reading →

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Questions 3: An Author Would Understand

Posted on February 25, 2016 by Charles Yallowitz

I’ve seen a lot of memes and social media comments about how ‘an author would understand’.  This covers writer’s block, talking to yourself, needing that perfect space, and other quirks of the creative.  One thing I don’t really see is … Continue reading →

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Author’s Monkey Mind

Posted on January 30, 2016 by Charles Yallowitz

A long exhausting day Where the mind wanders Distractions yanking it  away So progress takes a hit Just like the friggin’ phone Mourning lost time The author crawls into the cot Pillow stealing muscles’ strength Blanket tickling at his nose … Continue reading →

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Questions 3: Let’s Go Sci-Fi!

Posted on December 3, 2015 by Charles Yallowitz

I’ve been watching ‘Eureka’ in my downtime, which is whenever the kid isn’t home.  It’s a fun show and had me thinking about Science Fiction.  For some reason, this is the genre that fantasy gets put either alongside or under … Continue reading →

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Stare into the Monster Maker (Finale)

Posted on October 30, 2015 by Charles Yallowitz

The final batch of critters have been donated by L. Marie: Furbfur A hypo-allergenic construct that begins life as a featureless dog made out of clay.  It is molded and changed to suit the owner’s requirements.  This means it can … Continue reading →

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Stare into the Monster Maker (Day 2)

Posted on October 9, 2015 by Charles Yallowitz

These creatures have been ‘donated’ by C.S. Boyack: Jambphibians The new is rather confusing because these deep sea animals aren’t amphibians.  The name comes from them resembling bio-luminescent door jambs with two webbed legs.  Their size ranges from fitting in … Continue reading →

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Stare into the Monster Maker (Day 1)

Posted on October 2, 2015 by Charles Yallowitz

These creatures were ‘donated’ by Eric Klingenberg Quifix Found within the jungles of Southern Holcur, these thumb-sized slugs thrive around small pools of water. Harmless to most larger animals, they do pose a threat to other insects, frogs, and small … Continue reading →

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Questions 3: Unleash the Villain Laugh!

Posted on July 10, 2015 by Charles Yallowitz

Let’s go to the opposite end of the spectrum.  You can connect this to your hero and world or go for something unique.  Respond in the comments or on your own blog with a link.  Though the ‘bonus’ question might … Continue reading →

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