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Some Notes on Spirit Animals

Posted on September 13, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I’m using the term spirit animal, but I’m going to use another definition near the end to pull in another topic.  Now, a spirit animal is a beast that falls into one of the following categories: Physical animal that is … Continue reading →

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Unedited Excerpt from Family of the Tri-Rune

Posted on September 12, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

“Don’t cast any magic,” Isaiah warns her. Nyx ignores the chattering monkey as her eyes glow bright yellow. Isaiah retreats toward Timoran while Nyx looks down at the krypters again. The monsters shift in and out of her vision as … Continue reading →

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Genre Maker

Posted on September 10, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

You are forging your own path Too many cliches to burn and avoid Time for a new category Chime the bells to scare the masses For a new genre has emerged Torn from the essence of your being Beast that … Continue reading →

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Genre Jumper (Sestina Style)

Posted on September 10, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

He departs upon the road With pen clutched within his hand Never knowing his return Because his quest is a dream To be seen by the world Once he makes it real So many genres in the world Each a … Continue reading →

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What Do You Look for in Literary Pets?

Posted on September 9, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I watch a few Harry Potter movies this weekend while editing since I’ve seen them enough that they’re background noise.  Something caught my attention this time.  The familiars are there, but rarely come into play outside of a few events.  … Continue reading →

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Lurking in the Shadows

Posted on September 6, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I know you’re there Watching and lurking Preparing to be offended By what I have to say I would be lying If I said I was comfortable Knowing my actions Are monitored like a child To be acted upon When … Continue reading →

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WIP: Keys of Eden

Posted on September 5, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

The picture isn’t going to help my case here, but this is where the idea came from.  I was working at Baskin Robbins and bought a Pokemon book because kids were asking for cakes or sundaes with more unique Pokemon … Continue reading →

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The Broken Lovers

Posted on September 4, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Enemies in literature can come from anywhere.  Childhood rivals, slighted strangers, or simple ‘Me bad guy, you good guy’ syndrome.  There is one that isn’t used too often and I couldn’t even find an example.  Sleep deprivation might be an … Continue reading →

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Silence, The Artist’s Best Friend?

Posted on September 1, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

As artists, I think we can all agree that silence can be a blessing.  Though, I’ve noticed that it depends on the person.  Some people need utter silence and solitude to get any work done.  Other people need some type … Continue reading →

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Excerpt: Childhood Friends (Unedited from Family of the Tri-Rune)

Posted on August 30, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Sari’s emerald eyes flutter open as pinpricks of sunlight appear on her face. She pushes a few locks of her dark blue hair out of her mouth while snuggling closer to the warm, slender body next to her. Her smooth … Continue reading →

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