Tag Archives: fiction

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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Do You Avoid or Tackle Mental Health Issues in Fiction?

Posted on April 6, 2020 by Charles Yallowitz

I bring up mental health a lot here.  Usually, it’s in regards to the topic itself and not connecting it to writing.  Well, I’m going to switch that up here.  Wednesday and Friday are going to be some 7 Tip … Continue reading →

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