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Cinematic Pet Peeves

Posted on October 7, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

My friend, John W. Howell, is a funny man and made a post today about what not to do when on a movie date.  I got to thinking about my movie pet peeves.  So, upon request, I’m going to make … Continue reading →

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What Do You Think of Switching Heroes in a Series?

Posted on October 7, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

For those that don’t know the story behind Raiden: There is a popular video game series called Metal Gear Solid.  My friend is big into this series, so he knows more than me.  I do know that the main character … Continue reading →

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The Mood

Posted on October 5, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Original posted on The Community Storyboard.  Check it out and submit your writing. Is it the weather? That sinks me into gloom. Head aching Against the stormy sky Making me feel lone Is it those I meet? Too happy for … Continue reading →

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Character Origins: Ryusuke Kuroyama

Posted on October 5, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I’ve mentioned a character named Sin.  He is an wandering thief who really becomes more adventurer than criminal.  One of the things with his series is that new allies and enemies get introduced in every book.  There are a few … Continue reading →

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How Do Your Write Characters with Physical Disabilities?

Posted on October 4, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I was looking through my other ideas while waiting for a headache to go away and I noticed a few interesting characters.  Missing eyes, missing limbs, weak heart, and other disabilities that limit them.  These heroes are not the standard, … Continue reading →

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Tales from College: No! Not Perkins!

Posted on October 3, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Whenever I’m hungry late at night, I remember this event. In freshman year of college, we had a few places we went to for emergency meals.  One of them was Perkins, which was open late and in walking distance of … Continue reading →

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Sneak Peek: Mother of a Hero

Posted on October 3, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

(Excerpt from Legends of Windemere: Allure of the Gypsies) The bakery at the entrance to Haven fills the air with the sweet aroma of fresh pastries. Aedyn can feel his mouth water as they pass the open door and he … Continue reading →

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No Rhyme or Reason

Posted on October 2, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

The song has nothing to do with what I’m about to say, but I like it.  Not sure what is so catchy about it. Anyway, I’ve toned down my number checking with a morning/noon/dinner/evening check.  Most times I go looking … Continue reading →

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One Man’s Cliche is Another Man’s Entertainment

Posted on October 2, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Definition of cliche: a trite, stereotyped expression; a sentence or phrase, usually expressing a popular or common thought or idea, that has lost originality, ingenuity, and impact by long overuse. One of the biggest accusations that’s been sent my way … Continue reading →

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The Thinker

Posted on October 1, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

The review is scared Honesty is a must No book is truly horrid Or perfect in every way The stars are secondary To this critic’s words A positive is shown Along with what needs work Favorite characters And weak subplots … Continue reading →

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