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Runaway Characters

Posted on January 9, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I have a habit of letting my characters wander through a scene without much direction and it has led to a lot of interesting developments over the years. Just recently the wandering writing style has designed how goblin society works … Continue reading →

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Nimby

Posted on January 3, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

It’s interesting that this charming, friendly halfling thief became such an integral part to my series.  I hate to say this about the little guy, but he is rather cliche.  Yet, there is something mysterious and dangerous about him that … Continue reading →

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Legends of Windemere: Beginning of a Hero Part 9

Posted on December 31, 2012 by Charles Yallowitz

“Remember to eat everything on your plate, dear. Old Betty has to keep all of you growing warriors fed, so there shouldn’t be any reason to waste food,” the elderly woman advises Luke from behind the serving counter after handing … Continue reading →

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Legends of Windemere: Beginning of a Hero Part 8

Posted on December 28, 2012 by Charles Yallowitz

The second Luke passes through the large wooden doors of the stables, he is struck by the scent of hay and animals. He can see that the long, back wall of the stables is the defensive wall with several windows … Continue reading →

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Legends of Windemere: Beginning of a Hero Part 7

Posted on December 24, 2012 by Charles Yallowitz

The grass is still moist with dew by the time Luke and Stiletto come within sight of the military academy. Luke is awe-struck by the academy, which is surrounded by an enormous wooden wall. Even more impressive than the wall … Continue reading →

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Legends of Windemere: Beginning of a Hero Part 6

Posted on December 21, 2012 by Charles Yallowitz

Luke finally stops running when he comes to a river. He turns to look at the sobbing messenger who is limping a few feet behind him. Stiletto trots behind the stranger, keeping a cautious eye on him. The protective dog … Continue reading →

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Stiletto

Posted on December 20, 2012 by Charles Yallowitz

This dog might appear to be a very minor character and I fully admit to forgetting about him time to time when I first wrote Beginning of a Hero. Truthfully, he barely showed up once the first chapter was over. … Continue reading →

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The Next . . .

Posted on December 19, 2012 by Charles Yallowitz

Many times I have been asked who I write like. Do I want to be the next Tolkien, Lewis, Jordan, etc.? I never liked this question because it immediately makes me think that people expect me to be unoriginal. I … Continue reading →

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Legends of Windemere: Beginning of a Hero Part 5

Posted on December 17, 2012 by Charles Yallowitz

“What is this important mission that Duke Solomon has for me?” asks a tall man in shiny platemail. The towering warrior stands in the middle of a clearing with the remains of a large campsite scattered around him. A gray … Continue reading →

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Thieves and Laughter

Posted on December 14, 2012 by Charles Yallowitz

I like writing scenes with manipulative thieves in them.  It’s surprisingly entertaining  writing both sides of this type of exchange. One side has to believable, but also subtly bend the truth that the reader is aware of. The other side … Continue reading →

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