Tag Archives: humor

7 Signs You’re an Author and Parent

Posted on March 14, 2016 by Charles Yallowitz

First, I tried to find ‘Parenthood Memes’ and I got a lot of stuff that I don’t want to talk about here.  Just think about that first word and you might figure out the terrifying, unfunny stuff I found.  This … Continue reading →

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Welcome to Windemere Tours Incorporated

Posted on March 11, 2016 by Charles Yallowitz

Sounds like you need to get away from wherever you live.  Well, you’ve come to the right place to escape the Shattered States.  Whatever that is.  I don’t get out much, kid, so the world outside could be ruled by … Continue reading →

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7 Signs a Person is Suffering from Author Fatigue

Posted on March 9, 2016 by Charles Yallowitz

Does this really need an intro?  Sure most, if not all, of us have been here at some point.  This is possibly a new thing I’ll do from time to time, which was inspired by John W. Howell’s Ten 10 … Continue reading →

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More on How to Survive in the Shattered States

Posted on March 4, 2016 by Charles Yallowitz

Okay, youngsters, did everyone read the short list of tips to survive or at least die with some dignity?  Yes, Timmy, I know hyperlinks don’t work since the Internet is no more outside of the Wi-Fi Dens.  I should add … Continue reading →

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Ye Olde Post-Apocalyptic Supply Shoppe: Mind the Roaches a.k.a. The Landlords

Posted on February 19, 2016 by Charles Yallowitz

Welcome to Olde Shoppe!  No, we spelled those words that way on purpose to be funny and whimsical.  Obviously we failed, but paint is in short supply these days.  Don’t step on the roaches, buddy.  The big ones will take … Continue reading →

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How to Survive in the Shattered States or At Least Die With Dignity

Posted on February 15, 2016 by Charles Yallowitz

(This topic happened on Monday by accident, so the picture was a great find.) If you see a stray dog, don’t pet it or adopt it.  You may be tempted because it was the right thing to do back in … Continue reading →

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The Action, Humor, & Cussing of CROSSING BEDLAM has ARRIVED! #ValentinesDay

Posted on February 14, 2016 by Charles Yallowitz

The Rated-R Post-Apocalyptic Action Comedy Adventure is finally here! The United States of America has been crippled. Violently contained by a global military force and left without its leaders, the country has become shattered and chaotic. A decade has passed … Continue reading →

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Last Call for Bedlam Volunteers

Posted on February 11, 2016 by Charles Yallowitz

The plan is to release Crossing Bedlam on Saturday or at least hit publish that day.  So this is my last request to see if anyone wants to help announce the book when it’s finally gone live. Yup . . . That’s … Continue reading →

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Teaser Tuesday: Lloyd the Educated Man

Posted on February 9, 2016 by Charles Yallowitz

Another taste of Bedlam!  As usual, I’ve put the fun behind a cut to avoid any spoilers.  Closest thing is a mention of one obstacle.  Enjoy.

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Author’s Monkey Mind

Posted on January 30, 2016 by Charles Yallowitz

A long exhausting day Where the mind wanders Distractions yanking it  away So progress takes a hit Just like the friggin’ phone Mourning lost time The author crawls into the cot Pillow stealing muscles’ strength Blanket tickling at his nose … Continue reading →

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