Tag Archives: messages

The Moral of the Story

Posted on March 1, 2024 by Charles Yallowitz

Funny thing about stories with morals is that we typically grew up with them.  Then, we get upset when entertainment has messages.  Sure, there’s a trend of the message overshadowing the fun, but I’ve seen people get upset at the … Continue reading →

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7 Tips Playing the Long Game in Fiction

Posted on November 17, 2023 by Charles Yallowitz

One of the hardest things to do with a series is to have a message.  This is because you need to play the long game.  I mean, you can’t just have it be revealed in the first volume and then … Continue reading →

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Questions 3: Messages in Writing

Posted on November 15, 2023 by Charles Yallowitz

I know a lot of people don’t like messages in their stories.  Personally, I think there is always something we can learn from a story.  It might not be overt or intentional, but it’s nice to glean even a little … Continue reading →

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When Things are Open to Interpretation

Posted on November 13, 2023 by Charles Yallowitz

I was thinking about this topic when I overheard a conversation.  It was a bunch of people making fun of the ‘Martha’ scene in “Batman v Superman’.  Many found this to be ridiculous and stupid.  I never really understood this … Continue reading →

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Goals and Messages

Posted on December 15, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

First, I think I’m dealing with one of the most aggressive pieces of ice ever.  Not outside, but in my drink (seltzer).  This thing keeps rising over my lip to get at my nose and it’s very frustrating. Second, an … Continue reading →

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