Tag Archives: fighting

Cassidy and Lloyd Fan Art by Kayla Matt

Posted on February 16, 2017 by Charles Yallowitz

Check out these pics: Lloyd looks so happy.  What would make him even happier? Visit him for 99 cents in CHASING BEDLAM!

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Where Did the Shattered States Come From?

Posted on January 24, 2017 by Charles Yallowitz

John W. Howell asked: “I would like to know the inspiration for the Bedlam series. I know your fantasy world was inspired by your gaming so what inspired bedlam?” Crossing Bedlam is fairly new compared to all my other ideas. … Continue reading →

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Teaser Tuesday: Luke Makes a New Friend

Posted on June 7, 2016 by Charles Yallowitz

A fun teaser this time.  Tried to clear it of all spoilers without hurting the flow.  This introduces one of the new characters that may or may not play a big role in the story.  Honestly, Lodur was just plain … Continue reading →

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7 Rules to Being a Barbarian in Windemere

Posted on April 22, 2016 by Charles Yallowitz

If someone outside of the tribe calls you names then smile and offer to buy them a drink.  If they insult the tribe then loom over them and give off an intimidating presence.  If they insult your parents or spouse … Continue reading →

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When a Fictional Fight Gets Bloody

Posted on September 28, 2015 by Charles Yallowitz

I recently finished writing a scene where two characters have their final showdown.  It’s a very brutal fight with broken bones, punctured organs, bleeding, and a wonder that both of them didn’t die.  The reason it came to this is … Continue reading →

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Teaser: Equal Footing?

Posted on May 21, 2015 by Charles Yallowitz

This is a scene from Sleeper of the Wildwood Fugue and it does contain minor spoilers.  Mostly you get to meet the newest hero.  Sort of.  She’s complicated and this is only a taste of her persona.

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What Do You Look For in Fictional Sibilings?

Posted on October 14, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I’m sure I’ll get mocked for liking this show, but it has two things I really like.  Supernatural lore from various cultures (they had a fucking Wendigo and a Rugaru) and great characters.  I got into the series by accident … Continue reading →

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Culinary Throwdown

Posted on September 17, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

It started with the butcher Gone mad from a disease Slashing the saucier Across his precious hand Hell has broken loose The baker’s struck the chef His cupcake tray now dented Several fall to the pastry chef Deadly with her … Continue reading →

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Good Example of Fight Scene with Banter?

Posted on August 8, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

This was one of my favorite movies as a kid and this was one of my favorite scenes.  I caught it tonight after putting the toddler to bed and realized something.  The fight scene is amazing.  Banter is corny, but … Continue reading →

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Weapon? Who Needs a Weapon? (Part 4 of a Series)

Posted on July 31, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

In the midst of my book debut, I’m still going to continue the post series on writing combat.  We’ve covered guns, melee, and armor.  Means two areas left: hand-to-hand and magic.  Obviously, we’re touching the former if you bothered to … Continue reading →

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