Tag Archives: fiction

When a Theme Gets Stretched

Posted on May 10, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

Long ago, I created a character named Sin.  He was a cunning thief who got himself caught up in a grand adventure.  I made him in high school and I’ve mentioned him a few times on this blog.  He’s one … Continue reading →

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To Write in Different Words

Posted on May 8, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

I wish to make a language That gets carried down the lines Fondly remembered And uttered beyond the pages Complicated and clean With fans becoming fluent Drawing my world Into the realm of reality Take the ‘G’ and make it … Continue reading →

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Do’s and No-No’s of Fantasy Languages

Posted on May 7, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

It isn’t easy writing fiction and delving into the concept of languages.  Many of us grew up with the humor of ‘Pig Latin’, which was so ‘cool’ as a child.  Now it’s barely uttered and probably on its way to … Continue reading →

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Lost and Rare Languages in Fantasy

Posted on May 6, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

One of the most common plot devices in fantasy is the ‘indecipherable language that has been lost to the ages’.  If not lost then hidden by something such as appearing under certain moon phases or need to be chucked into … Continue reading →

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Written in Another Language: Thrill or Headache?

Posted on May 5, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

One of the most common ‘complaints’ one hears about fantasy and science-fiction is that everyone speaks in the same language.  From aliens to orcs, they usually seem to know the human tongue.  I’ve heard people say that this draws them … Continue reading →

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The Muse

Posted on May 3, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

So, I’ve been toying with various ideas and my mind wandered into the realm of ‘The Muse’.  It’s not something I typically think of since I never really nailed down an exact muse for myself.  Guess I have thousands of … Continue reading →

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Midnight Dynasty Cover Reveal

Posted on May 1, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

For most, death is a fact of life. If you are a Deschanel, it’s a way of life. Midnight Dynasty, Book 3 in The House of Crimson & Clover, will be released in three dramatic acts over the 2014 Summer. … Continue reading →

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On Sale Until May 5th

Posted on April 30, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

        ★★SALE★★ONLY $1.99!!! Amazon (US): http://amzn.to/1jhxrow  Amzaon (UK): http://amzn.to/1eeCw0t  A portion of all royalties from Crashing Back Down are donated by the author to The Marcie Mazzola Foundation. #BookSale #NAromance #1click

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Loyalty Broken Without Warning or Reason

Posted on April 25, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

One of the most common twists is the ‘Betrayal’ and I wrote about this once before.  This is where a lot of depth and growth can come from.  A traitor can ruin plans and destroy group cohesion in one simple … Continue reading →

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To Trash a Romance or Not to Trash a Romance?

Posted on April 24, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

Now if violence happens with no reaction then sex/relationships have the opposite problem.  Many authors take an approach that the best way to stir things up is to screw with a romantic subplot.  That is a good method, but you … Continue reading →

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