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Character Poem: Fizzle

Tiny dragon Wings of crimson silk Dainty and fragile upon sight Might stronger than one thinks Spells of ancient lore Waiting in his mind Settling on his tongue Among the apple seeds and mist Fizzle is sweet To all that … Continue reading

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What Do You Look for in Warriors and Casters?

One of the early challenges I had with writing fantasy is the urge to have Swiss Army knife characters.  The caster could fight without magic and the warrior would gain the ability to cast powerful magic.  I was in high … Continue reading

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Prodigy of Rainbow Tower Blurbs

A while back I posted some blurbs for my upcoming book.  These are to be used on sites that require a unique description.  I already got thumbs up on the Amazon blurb, but I want to get these a second … Continue reading

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City Poem: Vorgabog

Quaint and quiet Little village on the river More port than town Holding supplies and product To prepare the ships that pass So different from the others No danger can be found Which makes it perfect For those with darker … Continue reading

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Do Characters Need Birthdays?

This is something that’s been plaguing me for a while.  Is it necessary for characters to have birthdays?  I’ve read many fantasy series where the birthdays pass without notice or aren’t mentioned at all.  Personally, I never really thought about … Continue reading

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Now What? Also, Cake or Death?

The video has nothing to do with anything I’m about to talk about.  The video is entirely for entertainment.  The rest is business . . . I swear I said that with a straight face. The toddler turns 4 this … Continue reading

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Character Poem: The Hellfire Elf

Demonic assassin Born from fear and fire Nursed on delicious pain Putrid magic in its veins Hidden by armored skin Resembling armor spiked and thick Any form is his to take As he stalks his prey A juggernaut of pride … Continue reading

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What Do You Look for in Demons?

Traditionally, demons are the bad guys.  The monsters and eaters of human.  There has been a slight change with characters like Inuyasha and Etrigan where circumstances have made the demon a hero.  Typically, this is done with half-breeds and those … Continue reading

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City Poem: Hero’s Gate

Walled and beautiful This city born of heroic paths Surrounding the Flooding Falls That plunge beneath the surface Where no man can see Friendly people Safe among the guards Greeting all travels Never fearing the brewing threats Until the streets … Continue reading

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What Do You Look for in Character Evolution

One of the benefits to writing a series is that you get to extend your character’s evolution. They don’t have to fully mature by the end of the first book. This is something for readers to remember too. Once a … Continue reading

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