Tag Archives: Tolkien

Eucatastrophe: It’s a Real Word, Spellchecker

Posted on July 12, 2021 by Charles Yallowitz

Coined by J.R.R. Tolkien, this type of event is one that closely resembles Deus Ex Machina.  That means people don’t like it.  Tolkien did say that this could happen with the use of Deus Ex Machina, but that isn’t easy … Continue reading →

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Poetry on the Page & Song in the Head

Posted on June 8, 2015 by Charles Yallowitz

Words on the page Transforming to a song As they slip into your mind Complete with orchestra That no eye can see A trick of the masters To create a tune Both memorable and pure Without an instrument Beyond the … Continue reading →

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Riddles in the Dark

Posted on March 2, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

As a fantasy author, it isn’t hard to believe that I read The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings Trilogy.  It also isn’t hard to believe that I have a favorite scene from the books, which is ‘Riddles in … Continue reading →

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Answer to the Big Question

Posted on December 2, 2012 by Charles Yallowitz

I have been asked the following question ever since I decided to be an author: “Who is your audience?” Over the years I have said young adults, college students, fantasy fans, fiction fans, D&D players, and all manner of audiences … Continue reading →

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