Tag Archives: fantasy

The Randomness of Random Encounters

Posted on November 6, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

In games, monsters are used to gain Experience Points and increase the level of the characters.  Some are story central, but most are things you randomly run into when moving from Point A to Point B.  It creates a vast … Continue reading →

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W.I.P.- Brian Hunter

Posted on November 5, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

So, I did the restructuring and have those few ideas that are still clattering around.  I’m going to save the worst for this weekend.  The one I’m bringing up now revolves around another character from my high school years, Brian … Continue reading →

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Ask A Character: Queen Ionia

Posted on November 5, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I guess since I introduced her over the weekend, I should celebrate the return of ‘Ask a Character’ with Queen Ionia of Darkmill. A simple recap of how this works: Ask anything you want of the character.  Spoilers will be … Continue reading →

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What Do You Look For in Magical Beasts?

Posted on November 4, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

One of the staples of the fantasy genre are the magical beasts from mythology and the recesses of the author’s imagination.  Yes, I’m aware that some people feel that such things are overused and no longer have a place in … Continue reading →

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Plan for the Week- Hopefully Relaxation

Posted on November 3, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

So, I’m hoping to relax this week since I finished typing in the edits to Legends of Windemere: Family of the Tri-Rune.  By relaxing, I mean focusing on projects that don’t require full focus and aren’t time sensitive.  I’m hoping … Continue reading →

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Character Origins: Queen Ionia

Posted on November 2, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

First, this character is named after Ionia of Readfulthings.  She has become a dear friend even though we only met this year, 2013.  So, I’m sure people are already jumping to the comments for one reason or another. Now, the … Continue reading →

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Allure of the Gypsies Blog Tour Sign Up

Posted on November 1, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Legends of Windemere: Allure of the Gypsies will be debuting on December 1st.  So, there will be a blog tour throughout December.  Ionia is helping me put this together, so a big thank you to her for showing me how … Continue reading →

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Danger of a Series: Slow Grow vs Impatience

Posted on November 1, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

There’s a bittersweet benefit to doing a series.  As an author, you can gradually craft and mold your characters.  They don’t have to reach their peak by the end of the first book.  In fact, that would probably end the … Continue reading →

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Ionia’s Hotseat: The Lich (Villain of Legends of Windemere)

Posted on October 31, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Ionia- So, today, I am very honoured to have…uhm…pssst…how should I announce you…do you want to go by Lich or by the Lich or by… The Lich- The Lich is what I am known as. All other names have been … Continue reading →

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Perfect eBook for Halloween! Also Something for the Fantasy Fans

Posted on October 31, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Pick up the dark and gory tale of Catalysts for 99 cents.  Perfect for a quick Halloween reading with the lights off and a close friend to sneak up on you when you least expect them.  At least, I hope … Continue reading →

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