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7 Tips to Having a Story Take Place in Prison

Posted on December 24, 2025 by Charles Yallowitz

Being that I haven’t written a story like this, but I did apparently outline one for far in the future, I’m going to do the best I can.  These are all opinions as usual.  It’s also why I try to … Continue reading →

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Prison Stories: Tales From The Slammer

Posted on December 22, 2025 by Charles Yallowitz

Something dawned on me one day.  A lot of stories either start, take place entirely, or spend some time in a prison.  It could be any genre too.  So, what is it about the prison setting that draws people to … Continue reading →

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Starting An Adventure Behind Bars

Posted on November 12, 2025 by Charles Yallowitz

Pretty sure we can all think of at least one story that begins in jail.  Many stay within that setting too.  It isn’t only fantasy as well.  There is something about a prison story that appeals to readers.  Maybe it’s … Continue reading →

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Alcatraz Opened Today in 1934

Posted on August 11, 2024 by Charles Yallowitz

Decided to look at history of today and saw this at the top of the first page.  For those who don’t know, Alcatraz was an island maximum security prison used from 1934-1963.  It’s near San Francisco and surrounded by cold … Continue reading →

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