Tag Archives: fiction

Excerpt: Teamwork Damn it!

Posted on August 27, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

  Luke and Kellia refuse to look at each other as they walk to where Roland and Kira are waiting. The makeshift arena is marked by four dark blue rocks that emanate dim light beams to each other, creating a … Continue reading →

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Women of Windemere: Kellia Videoes

Posted on August 27, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

  (Each character has been given a video game song too.  Why?  Because I listened to a video game music while writing the poems and many of the songs stuck.) Check out Kellia in Legends of Windemere: Beginning of a … Continue reading →

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Women of Windemere: Kellia Poetry

Posted on August 27, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I Am Kellia I am strength Show no weakness Shed no tears I must be the pillar That others need I will never play the fool Or call such one a friend My allies shall be true Serious and strong … Continue reading →

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Women of Windemere: Kellia

Posted on August 27, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

A few weeks ago, Kayla Matt contacted me about drawing the female characters of Windemere.  She did an amazing job.  Today, I’m showcasing her drawings of Kellia along with poems, videos, and an excerpt. Kellia is the tough girl at … Continue reading →

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Excerpt: The Mercenary Queen Returns

Posted on August 26, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

By Kayla Matt Selenia is quiet as she thinks about what is heading toward her students. She slowly unsheathes her longsword and coldly stares at its flawless shine. Kevin nods without her having to say a word and makes his … Continue reading →

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Women of Windemere: Selenia Hamilton Poetry

Posted on August 26, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I Am Selenia Hamilton I have earned this By my own hand Respect Reputation Influence All mine by right Not by gift I walk anew No longer warrior But teacher and mentor My honor is law My charges my children … Continue reading →

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Book Titles and Theme Week (Feedback Welcome)

Posted on August 22, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

The title of your book is very important and it gets more difficult in a series.  Do you pick a theme?  Do you mention the title of the next book at the end of the previous book?  Well, it does … Continue reading →

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Family in Fantasy

Posted on August 21, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Family. It’s a strange topic that doesn’t get brought a lot in Fantasy discussions.  Sure, you talk about the family of characters in a book that deals with political intrigue and revenge killings.  Yet, you still talk about them as … Continue reading →

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Calling All Artists! Calling All Artists!

Posted on August 19, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Do I have your attention? I’m writing to let all authors, poets, musicians, painters, and any artist types that I forgot! The Community Storyboard is a new and exciting blog where you can submit your work and have it showcased.  … Continue reading →

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What Do You Look for in Child Protagonists?

Posted on August 19, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

In my opinion, one of the most difficult things to write is a child protagonist in a book that isn’t made for children.  It’s difficult for adults to relate to the child and many adults find them annoying.  As we … Continue reading →

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