Tag Archives: fantasy

Heading into the Wet Blue Yonder in Fantasy

Posted on July 4, 2016 by Charles Yallowitz

First, I know it’s July 4th here, so I’m not expecting too much traffic for this post.  Also, why I’m going to keep it semi-short and leave it open to conversation for those that happen to be in the blogosphere. … Continue reading →

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7 Signs You Have a Potion Addiction

Posted on June 29, 2016 by Charles Yallowitz

This has been something I’ve thought about for years.  It stems from the abuse of potions we did in our early D&D games.  We used them for everything without a second thought because they were easy to find.  A character … Continue reading →

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The Golem Galleria: Free Bagel with Every Purchase

Posted on June 24, 2016 by Charles Yallowitz

So you’re the one who called in asking if we could make a robot.  I told you over the phone that I’m not sure what you’re talking about.  Golems are magical in nature, but you say this is something more. … Continue reading →

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7 Ways to Put a Robot in Your Fantasy Story

Posted on June 22, 2016 by Charles Yallowitz

It isn’t easy putting tech into a fantasy setting.  Yet it can be done!  Sometimes even correctly.  Here are 7 methods that might or might not work.  Though looking at the ‘humor’ tag on this post, it’s probably a lot … Continue reading →

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Robots in a Fantasy Setting?

Posted on June 20, 2016 by Charles Yallowitz

When creating a world of magic, most people go the traditional route with medieval Europe level of technology.  Though accidents happen when you add a little plumbing or some more advanced items.  One may even go further with having magic-based technology … Continue reading →

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Teaser Tuesday: Mortal Question from an Immortal’s Lips

Posted on June 14, 2016 by Charles Yallowitz

I really wanted to share part of Book 14, but it reveals too much.  Epic fight scenes always go over well as teasers.  Still, I have to behave and remember that I have a book to promote.  A little inside … Continue reading →

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Teaser Tuesday: Luke Makes a New Friend

Posted on June 7, 2016 by Charles Yallowitz

A fun teaser this time.  Tried to clear it of all spoilers without hurting the flow.  This introduces one of the new characters that may or may not play a big role in the story.  Honestly, Lodur was just plain … Continue reading →

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Fine. Let’s Call It A Draw

Posted on June 5, 2016 by Charles Yallowitz

(I finally know what the name of this song is and what he was saying.  Kept thinking Carnosaur for some reason.) I’m writing this yesterday after the lawn mowing and feeling very sleepy.  Ever notice that people start calling on … Continue reading →

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Hey! It’s Something! (Tribe of the Snow Tiger rankings)

Posted on June 2, 2016 by Charles Yallowitz

So nothing really happened while Tribe of the Snow Tiger was a pre-order, which didn’t surprise me.  Sales have been trickling in, so I was surprised to see this: #88 in Books > Literature & Fiction > Action & Adventure > … Continue reading →

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Questions 3: A Hero to the Very End

Posted on June 2, 2016 by Charles Yallowitz

A fairly big part of Legends of Windemere: Tribe of the Snow Tiger is about being a hero.  You might be wondering why this is special since this comes into play in every book.  It’s different this time.  Several champions, … Continue reading →

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