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Windemere Monsters: The Doppelganger

Posted on October 9, 2026 by Charles Yallowitz

Who really knows how many Doppelgangers have appeared in the Legends of Windemere series?  Not many because revealing several main characters have been copies of the originals for most of the adventure is stupid.  I mean, could you imagine being … Continue reading →

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Poetry Day: Amalgam (Revisit)

Posted on October 8, 2026 by Charles Yallowitz

(Here’s another monster-based poem.  Sure you’ve figured out the theme.  Nice to revisit some of the old ones again.) It shrieks from the depths Darkest corners of my mind Which I have never cleaned * A beast composed of parts … Continue reading →

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Goal Post: Writing On The Backburner

Posted on October 3, 2026 by Charles Yallowitz

Unfortunately, the title is going to be what it is for a week or so.  Darwin & the Deadland Queen requires a level of focus and positivity.  I don’t want to start writing and wreck Darwin’s happy personality because I’m stressed.  If … Continue reading →

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Poetry Day: Zombie Horoscope

Posted on October 1, 2026 by Charles Yallowitz

(This was a fun one from years ago.  Felt like bringing it back.  Looks like I’m running out of old poems too.  Not sure what that means for Poetry Day.) Ares battles against the swarm. Cursing loud with little charm. … Continue reading →

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Teaser Tuesday: She Knows A Guy

Posted on September 29, 2026 by Charles Yallowitz

Here’s an excerpt from Chasing Bedlam.  There might be a few spoilers, so I put a ‘Read More’ tag.  Not that the book sells, but you never know.

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Fantasy Communication Styles

Posted on September 28, 2026 by Charles Yallowitz

An aspect of a fantasy world that I don’t think I’ve talked about is communication.  They don’t have phones, email, or texting.  They have other modes, which can be mundane or magical.  I’m just going to dive into the categories: … Continue reading →

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Goal Post: Hello From The Storm

Posted on September 26, 2026 by Charles Yallowitz

Feels like months since I made a goal post. Last weekend was focused on taking care of my son as he recovered from getting all four wisdom teeth out.  He was doing better by Saturday, but got tired really easily.  … Continue reading →

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Poetry Day: The World Moves On

Posted on September 24, 2026 by Charles Yallowitz

(This one hits pretty hard these days.) The day will come When man becomes no more It is our greatest fear That shows our deepest vanity We say the world will end As if we are all there is The … Continue reading →

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Goal Post: Wilder Week Than Expected Due to Blood

Posted on September 19, 2026 by Charles Yallowitz

Well, I did finish chapter 5 of Darwin & the Deadland Queen.  I managed to get it done on Sunday, which freed up my week.  Was hoping to start chapter 6, but I couldn’t get the time.  All I managed to … Continue reading →

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Why Killing Machines Need Friends

Posted on September 18, 2026 by Charles Yallowitz

I’ve touched on this topic a lot because it’s an essential part of the killing machine hero.  At least I think it is.  This is what can prevent the character from going over the edge and becoming either a monster … Continue reading →

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