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The Callindor Bloodline

Legacy of heroism Dating back before the change When the first one set off To face the darkest foe Beginning the bloodline Where great ones rise from birth Not every one has won Many fail and fall Crushed beneath the … Continue reading

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The Gypsies

There is a big difference between the gypsies of the real world and those that thrive in fantasy worlds.  At least I’ve been told that and I’m sure the debate will rage within the comments.  Anyway, the fantasy gypsy is … Continue reading

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Character Interview: Sari

When Allure of the Gypsies debuts on December 1st, everyone is going to be introduced to Sari.  The newest hero of Windemere is a lovable gypsy whose clan is massacred in the opening scene of the novel.  She suffers greatly … Continue reading

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Allure of the Gypsies: Sari Poems

I Am Sari My heart is torn Left to bleed Mourning for lost loves A seeping wound That may never heal Yet I carry on For those I still have I live for love and joy That will be my … Continue reading

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Family in Literature

Legends of Windemere: Beginning of a Hero had a focus on courage and fighting for what you believe in.  Legends of Windemere: Prodigy of Rainbow Tower had a theme of friendship and loyalty.  So, what’s going to be the them … Continue reading

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The Callindor Name

I may have mentioned parts of this story and the entire thing in earlier posts.  Since the Callindor family is appearing Allure of the Gypsies, I’m going to share the story of how they came about.  At least, how the … Continue reading

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Friends as Family in Literature

One of the more interesting things that came out of left field while writing Legends of Windemere was the Luke/Nyx relationship.  Normally, when someone says relationship, you think romance.  I’ll say now that it never happens.  The moment Nyx blurted … Continue reading

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Friends Are Family

You never pick your family But you always pick your friends They are your chosen siblings Brothers and sisters Born from life’s adventures Proving blood Is not the final say in kin

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Yesterday She Was

Written for the latest CSB Weekly Prompt. Yesterday she was smiling And laughing from her chair As I tried a magic show Yesterday she watched me Guardian of the cookies While my parents were away Yesterday she was telling tales … Continue reading

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Family in Fantasy

Family. It’s a strange topic that doesn’t get brought a lot in Fantasy discussions.  Sure, you talk about the family of characters in a book that deals with political intrigue and revenge killings.  Yet, you still talk about them as … Continue reading

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