Tag Archives: monster

Teaser Tuesday: Here to Res . . . Uh Oh!

Posted on August 10, 2021 by Charles Yallowitz

Today, we have Timoran Wrath getting a well-deserved spotlight.  I admit that I had to edit a little of the teaser to remove a piece of information.  Want to know what changed?  Then check out Legends of Windemere: Charms of the … Continue reading →

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A Monster for a Hero?

Posted on September 14, 2015 by Charles Yallowitz

There’s something about having a monster as a hero that’s fascinating.  I’m talking about a character who is monstrous in power and appearance.  Their actions are heroic and for a good cause, but first glance would make you think ‘dangerous … Continue reading →

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Does Monster Size Matter?

Posted on October 15, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

No matter what I looked for, I could only find Godzilla creatures under the ‘Monster Size Chart’ search.  Most of them had the Cloverfield monster, which I didn’t take because I remember getting in a debate with a fan of … Continue reading →

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Ask-A-Character: Stephen the Remorseless Monster

Posted on August 13, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

By now some people have started reading Legends of Windemere: The Compass Key.  Others might remember the sneak peek of Stephen from about two weeks ago.  He is easily the most evil, irredeemable character I have written.  He has no … Continue reading →

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Character Theme of . . . Bob

Posted on February 28, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

This is going to be an odd character theme to bring up because Bob hasn’t shown up in the series yet.  The character’s name isn’t even Bob.  I’ve hinted at Bob because Bob holds a special place among the villains.  … Continue reading →

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The Hellfire Elf: Catalyst for a Hero

Posted on January 28, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

The first obstacle that Luke Callindor has to face in Beginning of a Hero, one could say this demon started him off as a hero.  While it doesn’t really evolve due to its role, the Hellfire Elf is a little … Continue reading →

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Fizzle: The Powerful Mascot, Sidekick, or Protector of the Heroes?

Posted on January 24, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

For people who have been here a while, Fizzle is easily recognized.  Possibly the most popular character of the Legends of Windemere series.  That isn’t to say he hasn’t gotten a few criticisms.  This little dragon is a little misleading, … Continue reading →

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Dinosaurs in Fantasy: Yes or No?

Posted on January 20, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

There’s an old debate in my life that goes back to college.  Not sure if other fantasy fans and gamers have this issue.  In some Dungeons & Dragons modules (pre-made adventures) and within the monster manual are dinosaurs.  So along … Continue reading →

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Curse of the Dark Wind Excerpt: The Woman (Potential Spoilers)

Posted on January 9, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

I know it’s an issue to post excerpts of future books and this one won’t be getting published until December since it’s book 6.  Still, I’m very proud of this scene even in its raw form.

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Ask an Orc!

Posted on December 10, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Traditionally, Orcs are the monstrous bandits and wild armies of fantasy.  Looking at the pictures, you can already tell I’ve gone somewhere else.  The warrior woman is the best example of a female Orc in Windemere and the other is … Continue reading →

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