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Tools of the Telling Trade: Runes

Posted on June 11, 2018 by Charles Yallowitz

This week, I wanted to touch on three methods of fortune telling that are used in reality and fiction.  The fictional versions are always more magical and mysterious than the real ones, so there are preconceived notions people have when … Continue reading →

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Fantasy Seers: Look into the Crystal Ball

Posted on February 27, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

One of the most common devices/characters/whatever in fantasy is the fortune teller/seer/oracle.  It happens all the time where a character either seeks out or stumbles upon a strange person who can hint about the future.  One great use for these … Continue reading →

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The Jewish Rune Reader

Posted on February 24, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

For those that didn’t realize it, I’m Jewish.  Not that great at being Jewish, but that’s what I identify as.  This is necessary information for this college story. Back in college, I befriended a variety of people and tended to … Continue reading →

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