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Spring Break, Passover, and Sleeper News

Posted on April 4, 2015 by Charles Yallowitz

Let’s get the big thing out of the way.  I know there are people waiting for the Cover Reveal and I sincerely apologize for the delay.  At this point, that thing may turn into a ‘BOOK IS LIVE!’ post because … Continue reading →

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Plan for the Best, Expect the Worst

Posted on April 2, 2015 by Charles Yallowitz

I’ve had the above song in my head for a while and been waiting for a good post to use it with.  Then nothing seemed to be working out.  I did a poem based on it, which seemed good enough.  … Continue reading →

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That’s What They Say?

Posted on April 1, 2015 by Charles Yallowitz

Back on March 5th, I asked people to mention stereotypes they’ve heard about authors.  Some of these I’d never heard of. Now I will respond: “That authors make a lot of money.”- John W. Howell Of course we do.  Every … Continue reading →

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The City of Bor’Daruk

Posted on March 31, 2015 by Charles Yallowitz

Originally posted on November 24, 2013 Upon the desert shore Where ocean breeze meets heat Sending sand along the street Dunes forming in the corners That go unnoticed By the bustling crowds Unburdened by their home Stand upon the high … Continue reading →

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Sleeper of the Wildwood Fugue

Posted on March 31, 2015 by Charles Yallowitz

A call weaving through the trees Tempting all who hear Urging them to wander Braving the misty forest Where only the road is safe The sleeper sings and cries Begging for release Trapped within dreams That may never end Until … Continue reading →

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On the Eve of ‘Sleeper of the Wildwood Fugue’ Hype Week

Posted on March 28, 2015 by Charles Yallowitz

I just realized that my next book, LEGENDS OF WINDEMERE: SLEEPER OF THE WILDWOOD FUGUE, is getting its full week of hype/related posts this week.  My HOPE is that I have the book go live on Friday, but it might … Continue reading →

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Failed Plans

Posted on March 27, 2015 by Charles Yallowitz

Waking up with a plan Yet fate will play a role Flat tires or random calls Delays gnawing on your watch Trying to push them away As new ones storm the door Problems lingering Just waiting for the chance Pouncing … Continue reading →

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Acts of a Story

Posted on March 25, 2015 by Charles Yallowitz

I’m slowly outlining a series where every book has a 4 Act structure.  It’s rather defined too with a ‘mini-climax’ occurring at the end of each section.  This has been the style for this series for a while, but I’m … Continue reading →

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Pizza Time!

Posted on March 25, 2015 by Charles Yallowitz

I have to admit that this picture always creeps me out for some reason.  Still, I definitely feel like this for some reason.  Less blood (and hair), but I shouldn’t be allowed near volcanoes because I’d probably topple in from … Continue reading →

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So you want to use Elemental magic in your story?

Posted on March 23, 2015 by Charles Yallowitz

Last week I talked about elements in fiction. Today, I’ll make that helpful . . . entertaining . . . I promised a list, so I’m going to do it. Don’t say I never deliver even if the end result … Continue reading →

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