Tag Archives: fiction

When Villains Go Hero

Posted on April 24, 2020 by Charles Yallowitz

On-going series will have multiple villains in order to keep things fresh.  You need different enemies with a variety of ambitions to make sure it’s not the same adventure over and over again.  Yet, you run into a problem down … Continue reading →

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Immortal Wars: The Summoning Part 15 #fiction #throwback

Posted on April 23, 2020 by Charles Yallowitz

(Previously on Immortal Wars.) (It’s gigantic again.  What was wrong with me?) Disclaimer: Immortal Wars was the book I came up with and wrote in high school.  I hadn’t even hit college by the time I wrote the first two … Continue reading →

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7 Tips to Having Villains Team Up: Let the Eye-Rolling Ensue

Posted on April 22, 2020 by Charles Yallowitz

It’s time for the villains to unite against one or many heroes.  Such a faction of evil can only be stopped by . . . Well, that’s a long list ranging from punches to infighting to whatever you can imagine.  … Continue reading →

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Thoughts on Villain Team-Ups: Is It a Limited Tactic?

Posted on April 20, 2020 by Charles Yallowitz

Villains teaming up is a classic twist to a series.  You have two established characters who don’t necessarily share a common enemy.  Yet, they work together for the same goal, which causes the heroes to do the same.  It happens … Continue reading →

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Promo Opportunity in June: Queen Titania’s Court by Deby Fredericks

Posted on April 19, 2020 by Charles Yallowitz

Coming up in June, author Deby Fredericks presents Queen Titania’s Court, a celebration of fantasy. Titania, Queen of all Faeries, summons magical people and beasts from every corner of the fantastic world to join her in a grand ball on … Continue reading →

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Immortal Wars: The Summoning Part 14 #fiction #throwback

Posted on April 16, 2020 by Charles Yallowitz

(Previously on Immortal Wars.) (DEAR GOD!  Why was this section so long!?  I’m so sorry!) Disclaimer: Immortal Wars was the book I came up with and wrote in high school.  I hadn’t even hit college by the time I wrote … Continue reading →

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Hector’s Hotel Hoisting Hypermart: No Swinging On Display Chandeliers

Posted on April 15, 2020 by Charles Yallowitz

Welcome!  Watch your step as you come out of the narrow pass since there’s a cliff right over here. We had a railing, but it was knocked down by a visiting buffalo imitator convention.  They felt like they had to … Continue reading →

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The One-Time Use Power

Posted on April 13, 2020 by Charles Yallowitz

Back when I wrote my topic list, I had a bunch of examples for what I’m talking about here, but I forgot them.  Sorry about that.  I did remember one that really brings the general idea to the forefront.  Couldn’t … Continue reading →

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7 Tips to Writing Characters with Anxiety

Posted on April 10, 2020 by Charles Yallowitz

A few disclaimers here because we’re heading into delicate territory again. Eh, I’m just copying and pasting here.  I am not an expert on mental health by any means.  I read up on it and have my own experiences to … Continue reading →

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7 Tips to Writing Characters with Depression

Posted on April 8, 2020 by Charles Yallowitz

A few disclaimers here because we’re heading into delicate territory.  I am not an expert on mental health by any means.  I read up on it and have my own experiences to work off, which is what fuels these posts.  … Continue reading →

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