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Happy Mother’s Day!

Posted on May 12, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

To all the mothers Grandmothers Great-grandmothers Step-Mothers Mother-In-Laws Mothers-to-Be And fathers who must take the role of mothers HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY!

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KDP Select and Wattpad

Posted on May 11, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Well, I got my answer on this one since I had asked if Wattpad breached the exclusivity part of the KDP Select contract.  It was a long-winded answer that felt a little bit like I was being re-read the contract, … Continue reading →

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Wattpad Revisited

Posted on May 11, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

People might remember me mentioning an App called Wattpad.  I had signed on and posted an excerpt of Beginning of a Hero.  I praised it as a great marketing tool before finding out the flaws.  The issue is plagiarism and … Continue reading →

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Great Line or Sleep Deprivation Foolishness

Posted on May 11, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I think I came up with an amazing line last night, but in the morning, I’m no longer sure.  It still sounds great, so I wanted to toss it out there for a second opinion.  This is said by the … Continue reading →

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Characters Meeting Their Maker

Posted on May 10, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I had a rough week and many of my characters shared that rough patch.  The Lich is in a bad spot.  Sari is being tortured.  Luke is upset.  Nyx is about ready to blow something or everything up.  On the … Continue reading →

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I Love You, Cake

Posted on May 10, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Dedicated to everyone who achieved their weekly goals, had a milestone, are ready to tackle a challenge this weekend, or just need cheering up. You are the true centerpiece To every wedding You are the great reward For living another … Continue reading →

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Rant: I’m Not Superman

Posted on May 10, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Heck, I’m not even Jarvis and I’m talking human butler Jarvis of the Avengers.  Not cyber-Jarvis voiced by Paul Bethanny in the Iron Man movies. This week was supposed to be a week of progress.  My parents were out and … Continue reading →

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Dungeons & Dragons: A Basic Walkthrough

Posted on May 10, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I’ve been asked by many people to explain Dungeons & Dragons.  I bring this game up a lot because my time in the game is the inspiration for my books.  That being said, I’m not even close to an expert.  … Continue reading →

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Book to Movie: Would You?

Posted on May 9, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I’ve been having a small conversation with Green Embers and Saunved about how many books are being made into movies.  Leaving out the big franchises (Potter, Twilight, Hunger Games, LOTR) you have Great Gatsby, Ender’s Game, Beautiful Creatures, World War … Continue reading →

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Unexpected Inspiration at Its Finest

Posted on May 9, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

A month ago, I mentioned a character named Serum.  Basics are a character who can manipulate his blood into weapons, armor, wings, etc.  He was to be the final hero of the Project Phoenix series after a disaster.  Now, I … Continue reading →

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