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Celebrate 1 Year of Beginning of a Hero!

Posted on February 1, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

On February 27th, Legends of Windemere: Beginning of a Hero will be 1 year old.  To celebrate, I’m running a month long Giveaway through Rafflecopter.  Honestly, Danielle Taylor put it together because I’m so lost on here. There are over … Continue reading →

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February Giveaway Donation Request!

Posted on January 31, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

  A change of plans with the giveaway, which effects my fellow authors if they wish: Danielle Taylor showed me that getting other authors to donate free books as prizes along with their Twitter and Facebook info will help spread … Continue reading →

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February Giveaway!

Posted on January 31, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

To celebrate the February 27th Anniversary of Beginning of a Hero’s release, I’ve set up a Rafflecopter Giveaway for the month. Great prizes and a lot of fun. Spread the word that this kicks off tomorrow! a Rafflecopter giveaway

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Selenia Hamilton: Headmistress and Mentor

Posted on January 31, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

Selenia Hamilton is the founder and headmistress of Hamilton Military Academy.  She is an ex-mercenary and a very stern figure in Beginning of a Hero.  The most obvious role for her is as a mentor for Luke and as a … Continue reading →

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Maps of Windemere

Posted on January 30, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

Long ago, I had maps of various areas of Windemere and a world map.  Most importantly, I had one of Elysium, which was very important for one of the series.  Well, the folder that they were in got left somewhere … Continue reading →

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The Depressive Urge

Posted on January 30, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

I get depressed When stresses rise I don’t follow the creed Of hiding it Beneath my skin Creating a cycle of pain I struggle To clear my mind By spitting words Into the air and on the page Knowing the … Continue reading →

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Shoot/Deny Dreams

Posted on January 29, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

We tell them all Fight for dreams Aim for what you really want It is within your power For you know your own strength And the path You were born to walk Yet we force them to deny If they … Continue reading →

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Distractions from the Plot or Character Building?

Posted on January 29, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

An odd topic in writing that appears from time to time (I’m told) is the side quest.  These are momentary events that a hero will get involved in, which takes them away from the main plot.  These are different from … Continue reading →

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The Hellfire Elf: Catalyst for a Hero

Posted on January 28, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

The first obstacle that Luke Callindor has to face in Beginning of a Hero, one could say this demon started him off as a hero.  While it doesn’t really evolve due to its role, the Hellfire Elf is a little … Continue reading →

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Cover Reveal: What He Desires by Violet Haze

Posted on January 28, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

TITLE: What He Desires (Luna, #2) AUTHOR: Violet Haze GENRE: Erotic Romance & Paranormal EXPECTED RELEASE: Feb 14th, 2014 ADD on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/20579400-what-he-desires BLURB: A complex proposal… His offer could save everything I’ve worked for. In exchange, he wants me … Continue reading →

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