Tag Archives: fantasy

Lessons from a Lengthy Series

Posted on April 3, 2015 by Charles Yallowitz

I’ve talked a lot about writing a long series and done many a guest post on it.  Character development over the course of several books, world building, rejuvenating a series that goes beyond a trilogy, and so much more.  I’ve … Continue reading →

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Visiting Bor’daruk

Posted on April 1, 2015 by Charles Yallowitz

Yesterday I posted a poem about a city that has been mentioned in Legends of Windemere since the first book. Bor’daruk is the desert city to the south of the Serabian Kingdom and a big trade area.  It’s where Kira … Continue reading →

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The City of Bor’Daruk

Posted on March 31, 2015 by Charles Yallowitz

Originally posted on November 24, 2013 Upon the desert shore Where ocean breeze meets heat Sending sand along the street Dunes forming in the corners That go unnoticed By the bustling crowds Unburdened by their home Stand upon the high … Continue reading →

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Children of Aura

Posted on March 31, 2015 by Charles Yallowitz

Many can use magic Very few can embrace it An ancient bloodline From a fallen tribe Driving into dormancy Until the two will rise Fire and lightning Summoned with mere thought A maelstrom of aura Just waiting to explode Controlled … Continue reading →

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Sleeper of the Wildwood Fugue

Posted on March 31, 2015 by Charles Yallowitz

A call weaving through the trees Tempting all who hear Urging them to wander Braving the misty forest Where only the road is safe The sleeper sings and cries Begging for release Trapped within dreams That may never end Until … Continue reading →

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Upheaval in a Story

Posted on March 30, 2015 by Charles Yallowitz

When writing a long series, it helps to do an upheaval for your characters.  It doesn’t have to be all of them, but shaking up the life of a few in a story can help their progress.  Even if they … Continue reading →

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So you want to use Elemental magic in your story?

Posted on March 23, 2015 by Charles Yallowitz

Last week I talked about elements in fiction. Today, I’ll make that helpful . . . entertaining . . . I promised a list, so I’m going to do it. Don’t say I never deliver even if the end result … Continue reading →

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Post-TWUBS and Pre-Completion Goals

Posted on March 22, 2015 by Charles Yallowitz

So last night was the TWUBS chat.  It started well, went haywire at one point, and I managed to pull it back.  Definitely a learning experience on what I should and should not do with these things.  The question is … Continue reading →

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TONIGHT! 8-11 PM EST! #WINDEMERESPEAKS TWUBS CHAT!

Posted on March 21, 2015 by Charles Yallowitz

Today is the day!  Well tonight.  Ask Charles E. Yallowitz or any of the Windemere characters a question.  Though try to avoid spoilers. So wonder how to get in on the fun? Just follow these instructions: Go to Twubs Chat. … Continue reading →

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Elements in Fiction

Posted on March 20, 2015 by Charles Yallowitz

It actually took me years to realize that the Fantastic Four were based on the four elements.  In my defense, I was into Spider-Man and the X-Men, so I barely paid attention to the FF unless they made a cameo.  … Continue reading →

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