Tag Archives: fiction

City Poem: Gaia

Posted on July 17, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

The western Sister Largest of her siblings Bustling with every race From orc to elf to calico Each living side by side As griffins guard the sky Sun glints off the tower Built by rainbow stones Cascading on a marketplace … Continue reading →

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Pointy End Goes Into The Other Man

Posted on July 17, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Many people believe it is that easy when it comes to swordsmanship.  You can see it in writing where characters are stabbing others with amazing precision and no resistance.  As if blocking and dodging are illegal.  There are many moves … Continue reading →

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Goodread Giveaway! Now in Widget Form!

Posted on July 14, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I just set up a Goodreads Giveaway for Legends of Windemere: Beginning of a Hero.  This giveaway is for 3 signed copies of my first novel and will run until the end of August to help promote the sequel. As … Continue reading →

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Legends of Windemere Prints

Posted on July 12, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

These paintings are done by Jason Pedersen.  He is highly talented as you can see.  He also sells prints of his paintings.  If you want either of the Legends of Windemere cover art paintings as a print, he can make … Continue reading →

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So Jamie’s Got a Gun (Part 2 of Weapons in Writing Series)

Posted on July 12, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I know I said I would be posting these on Wednesday, but I couldn’t let this one wait.  I know practically nothing about firearms.  I stick to medieval weaponry in my books, so I’ve never had to research.  TJ Therien … Continue reading →

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Test Scene: It Had to Come Down to This

Posted on July 11, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I came up with an idea for a much later book.  It’s part of the final battle between Nyx and Trinity, which isn’t a spoiler because it’s made very clear that they are going to have a fight like this.  … Continue reading →

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Ask a Character: Gabriel, God of Destiny

Posted on July 9, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Today, I’m pulling out one of my gods for an interview.  Gabriel is the God of Destiny and the Lord of Hell.  In Windemere, Hell is only the plane of fire, but there are demons and anyone killed by fire … Continue reading →

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Character Paths: Destiny Vs Free Will

Posted on June 21, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

You ever wonder if something happens to you because it was destined?  You had no choice in it happening, but you’re stuck with it.  You do look back as see if there was something you did to earn your fate.  … Continue reading →

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Book Trailer Teaser: Fizzle

Posted on June 16, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Sean Cooke has been gracious enough to work on a book trailer for Beginning of a Hero.  I just received the flat colored pictures, which have been done by the highly talented Kayla Matt. Can’t wait for the trailer?  Then … Continue reading →

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Beginning of a Hero for .99 Cents

Posted on June 15, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Yesterday, I decided to put Beginning of a Hero back at .99 cents.  The higher royalty was nice, but it wasn’t selling.  With this price, I can continue creating the foundation that I need for the other books.  After doing … Continue reading →

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