Tag Archives: fiction

Happy National Bourbon Day! (Enjoy a Glass while Reading)

Posted on June 14, 2022 by Charles Yallowitz

Relax with the magical adventure of Legends of Windemere 1-15 for $2.99/volume.  Volume 1 is FREE! OR Settle in with the fang-filled fun of War of Nytefall 1-8 for $2.99/volume!  

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Difference Between Personification and Anthropomorphism

Posted on June 10, 2022 by Charles Yallowitz

Might not be more for me to do beyond showing that image, which shows the key differences.  I’ll just go into a bit more detail. Abstract vs Real Personification is used for abstract traits and even giving human traits to … Continue reading →

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What is Anthropomorphism?

Posted on June 8, 2022 by Charles Yallowitz

Anthropomorphism is when you put human traits on an animal or non-living object.  This can be physical, mental, and emotional.  Sounds very much like personification, right?  It’s why the two get mixed up so often.  We’ll compare them on Friday … Continue reading →

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Happy National Chocolate Ice Cream Day! (Grab a Scoop & a Book)

Posted on June 7, 2022 by Charles Yallowitz

Enjoy the magical adventure of Legends of Windemere 1-15 for $2.99/volume.  Volume 1 is FREE! OR Indulge in the fang-filled fun of War of Nytefall 1-8 for $2.99/volume!

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Poetry Day: Beauties and Beasts

Posted on June 2, 2022 by Charles Yallowitz

(Think I was trying to write about the Windemere orcs here.  This one is definitely a big mystery.) Opposites in nature Attracted to their cores The genders Like night and day Differences dueling In an endless dance Where one is … Continue reading →

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7 Tips to Using Power Ups in Fiction

Posted on May 25, 2022 by Charles Yallowitz

We do tend to think more about video games than books when it comes to temporary Power Ups.  Yet, they are around with much less fanfare.  You don’t have to hit a block with your head to get them out.  … Continue reading →

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Fun with Magical Parasites

Posted on May 20, 2022 by Charles Yallowitz

You know, I wrote this down as a topic with no idea what I was thinking.  I’ve never used magical parasites.  Not in my books either.  Still, someone said the idea sounded really interesting and that’s all my needy ass … Continue reading →

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How Far Should a Hero Go for Power?

Posted on May 18, 2022 by Charles Yallowitz

To explain the gif, the guy is swallowing the mummified finger of a power demon.  He swallowed one early on without knowing what it would do and the series pretty much follows that trend.  Entertainingly, of course.  We’re not here … Continue reading →

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Happy Dinosaur Day! (Bite into These Non-Extinct Series)

Posted on May 17, 2022 by Charles Yallowitz

Chomp into the magical adventure of Legends of Windemere 1-15 for $2.99/volume.  Volume 1 is FREE! OR Devour the fang-filled fun of War of Nytefall 1-8 for $2.99/volume!

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The Secret Protector

Posted on May 16, 2022 by Charles Yallowitz

A while back, I started re-watching the BBC show called ‘Merlin’.  It’s clearly about Merlin from the Arthurian legend.  This time he’s a young wizard who is working as Arthur’s servant.  Uther is the king and hates all magic, so … Continue reading →

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