Tag Archives: humor

Charlene’s Chair . . . Place

Posted on January 7, 2026 by Charles Yallowitz

Welcome!  Yes, there are many types of chairs out there.  Why do so many people come in here surprised at that?  Anyway, we have a wide assortment for you to choose from, but we can also help you make a … Continue reading →

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The Life & Times Of Ichabod Brooks for 99 Cents!

Posted on December 30, 2025 by Charles Yallowitz

    Enter the world of Windemere with 11 action adventure short stories featuring a man who is out to make an honest living. Some heroes seek fame. Some seek fortune. Others simply want to save the world. Ichabod Brooks … Continue reading →

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Planning The Escape

Posted on December 26, 2025 by Charles Yallowitz

Phil– “I have a question.” Eric– “We’re about to start the plan and now you have a question?” Phil– “It’s a simple one about timing.” Eric– “Fine.” Phil– “Why are we doing this the day after Christmas instead of right … Continue reading →

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Conflict in the Party

Posted on November 7, 2025 by Charles Yallowitz

Thief– Why is everyone angry at me? Warrior– Because you crossed a line. Caster– Like you’re one to talk. Warrior– This isn’t about me and I didn’t do anything nearly as bad as him. Druid– Well, you all suck! Caster– … Continue reading →

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Teaser Tuesday: Big Girl Talk

Posted on October 7, 2025 by Charles Yallowitz

(I always enjoy this scene from War of Nytefall: Lost.) “I need more ribbons!” Lost shouts from behind Lou. Covered in colorful bows, the grumbling ogre is about to move when his legs lock. “You can’t get them, so I’ll send … Continue reading →

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Revisit: What Do You Look For In A Funny Villain?

Posted on September 22, 2025 by Charles Yallowitz

(Originally posted on August 16, 2013.  This is different than a standard villain question and I guess this gears more towards stories aimed at children.  Kind of a shame because I think adults deserve more comical bad guys.) Now, we’ve … Continue reading →

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Revisited: So You Want to Write Fantasy (A Pessimist Approach)?

Posted on September 1, 2025 by Charles Yallowitz

Posted on July 22, 2013.  I really enjoyed writing this and I stand by it.  😀 So you want to write fantasy.  Well, let me load you up on everything you need to get yourself started.  Have some elves, dragons, … Continue reading →

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Happy National Waffle Day

Posted on August 24, 2025 by Charles Yallowitz

I don’t know.  This was the holiday that caught my eye.  I’d say everyone loves waffles, but I’ve met some who don’t.  Not sure what childhood trauma caused that, but they’re out there.  If you’re into waffles, enjoy the holiday.

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Revisit: Dangers of Writing with Children

Posted on August 20, 2025 by Charles Yallowitz

Originally posted on July 3rd, 2013, this is the companion to Monday’s post.  Clearly, I hadn’t settled completely on sticking to 7 items per list.   This is part 2 of possibly 2.  Last week I talked about the benefits … Continue reading →

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Revisited: Benefits of Writing with Children

Posted on August 18, 2025 by Charles Yallowitz

Posted on June 26, 2013, this was apparently part of a set that I did for a few weeks.  I haven’t written about writing and parenting combined for a while.  So, it seems like a good time to repost it.  … Continue reading →

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