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The Benefit of Teenage Protagonists

Posted on January 4, 2023 by Charles Yallowitz

The Young Adult market is pretty bad.  One of its staples is having a teenage protagonist, which gets some interesting responses.  Most people seem to relate to these characters on some levels, but you have the occasional audience member judging … Continue reading →

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Legend of Childhood

Posted on December 5, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

Innocence of youth Freedom and fun at our hands No warning there was an end Adulthood Games tucked away Money saved to survive Watch your weight and words Indulge an urge at your peril While you forge a cage Bars … Continue reading →

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Puddle Jumping

Posted on May 4, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

We never take the time To enjoy the puddles in our way We go around Or rush on through Cursing at wet socks   We never take a rest After a pouring rain To find the nearest puddle And jump … Continue reading →

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