Tag Archives: outlining

Pieces of a Book: Chapters and Scenes

Posted on December 17, 2018 by Charles Yallowitz

I’m a big Planner.  From Legends of Windemere to Life & Times of Ichabod Brooks, I set things up before I really get started.  I look at this as a first draft in a way because it helps me lock in main … Continue reading →

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Goal Post: Chugging Seltzer and Whimpering at the Page

Posted on August 11, 2018 by Charles Yallowitz

So, I have a friend over for the weekend as long as nothing went wrong between me scheduling this and him showing up.  There are 4 hours to go, but this has been a visit that we’ve attempted and failed … Continue reading →

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Evolution of Quest of the Broken-Hearted

Posted on June 25, 2018 by Charles Yallowitz

The biggest influence behind Quest of the Broken-Hearted was Castlevania: Symphony of the Night.  I liked the idea of an adventure taking place in a castle full of monsters that the hero is either trying to clear out or escape from.  … Continue reading →

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Tools of the Writing Trade: Personal Preferences

Posted on June 4, 2018 by Charles Yallowitz

One thing I’ve noticed over the years is that authors like to talk about their work areas almost as much as their stories.  I can’t say this is me, but only because I don’t have a designated writing area.  I’d … Continue reading →

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Goal Post: Where Did The Week Go?

Posted on April 21, 2018 by Charles Yallowitz

Honestly, I feel like this week was dedicated almost entirely to errands.  I remember driving a lot, weather being wacky, and a few really nasty anxiety attacks.  Good thing I didn’t try to edit or write during this period because … Continue reading →

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If You’re Reading This, I’m at a Bookstore

Posted on April 14, 2018 by Charles Yallowitz

Seriously, I’m probably already at Barnes & Noble with my birthday money.  All I really wanted was a paperback copy of ‘Ready Player One’ since I loved the movie.  I highly recommend people see it, especially if they were growing … Continue reading →

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Is It Really Nearly November?

Posted on October 28, 2017 by Charles Yallowitz

Am I alone in thinking this year has gone by too quickly?  Everything is a blur with the previous releases and life events.  Can’t say I enjoyed 2017 that much either, but . . . Okay, this is like the … Continue reading →

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Through the Fog and Storm and Crackling Speakers!

Posted on June 17, 2017 by Charles Yallowitz

I’m actually writing this on Wednesday because I’m tired and might not be on the laptop, so much as my phone.  Today, I finished the final editing run on Legends of Windemere: Warlord of the Forgotten Age.  Although, I’m considering switching … Continue reading →

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Goals Achieved? Now What?

Posted on January 21, 2017 by Charles Yallowitz

First, I’m happy to announce that they caught the injured stray cat.  Took a week, but it finally walked into a trap and got taken to the vet.  Prior to this, the cocky beast would lounge on top of the … Continue reading →

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First Week of Work in 2017: Anybody Got Some Rum?

Posted on January 7, 2017 by Charles Yallowitz

The hardest thing about ending a vacation is that you quickly feel like you need another by the end of the first week.  It’s even stranger when you work at home because your guard is down about such things.  Yet … Continue reading →

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