Tag Archives: humor

Floyd’s Fantastic Flower Shop: Allergy Meds in Back

Posted on May 30, 2022 by Charles Yallowitz

Welcome to the magic flower shop.  Each of our flowers bestows a special ability if you wear it.  These last until they die, so work hard to keep your purchase alive for as long as possible.  Please be aware that … 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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Happy National Clean Your Room Day! (Celebrate by Skipping the Chore and Grabbing a Book.)

Posted on May 10, 2022 by Charles Yallowitz

Make a nest in that pile of semi-clean laundry and escape into a fantasy adventure for $2.99!  Legends of Windemere: The Mercenary Prince!

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Happy Mothers Day!

Posted on May 8, 2022 by Charles Yallowitz

It’s that time of year to celebrate one of the people who raised you.  There are all types of mothers out there, so I can’t really say ‘the one who brought you into this world’.  We all have mother figures … Continue reading →

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The Enchanted Sword Shop: No Stabbing in the Store

Posted on May 6, 2022 by Charles Yallowitz

Welcome to our little sword shop.  Every blade has been enchanted to do something different by type.  Why?  We get things in bulk and can’t afford have an in-house enchanter.  Not since most of them got eaten by trolls and … Continue reading →

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Writing the Friendly Fool Hero

Posted on April 22, 2022 by Charles Yallowitz

I’m not sure how common this type of hero is outside of anime and manga.  Not these days anyway since I think Inspector Clouseau may fall into this category.  Still, I tend to see friendly, foolish characters leading anime/manga.  You … Continue reading →

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Poetry Day: Around and Round the Medicine Bush

Posted on April 21, 2022 by Charles Yallowitz

(This was heavily inspired by one of my favorite books growing up.  Dr. Seuss’s ‘You’re Only Old Once’ had a part called the Pill Drill.  I loved it as a kid even though I didn’t know what it meant.  It … Continue reading →

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The Magical Egg Dying Shop: You Will Leave with Glitter

Posted on April 18, 2022 by Charles Yallowitz

Welcome to our magical egg dying shop on the only day of the year that we’re actually open.  I mean, what other time of year would you bother doing this?  Don’t worry about space because we have enough to cover … Continue reading →

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Happy Easter Funnies

Posted on April 17, 2022 by Charles Yallowitz

I made a funny post for the Jews, so now it’s time for the Christians.  Really wasn’t much that didn’t involve that rabbit.  At this point, I assume this holiday is about the return of God’s beloved pet bunny.  The … Continue reading →

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Yearly Tradition: Passover Memes

Posted on April 15, 2022 by Charles Yallowitz

It’s that time of year again.  Thankfully, my birthday doesn’t fall on Passover this year, so I don’t have to be that angry.  Matzah still gets old fast and there never seems to be enough Passover candy in the house.  … Continue reading →

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