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Blatherhorn Vale

Posted on March 18, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Set out from Meglun Port Climb over the Ruggor Mountains Skip beyond the Kepsler Desert Ride along the Dalphin River Blatherhorn Vale lies in wait   Wilderness pristine Untamed by human hands Flawless in its beauty A hidden gem of … Continue reading →

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L.o.W.: Prodigy of Rainbow Tower Part 7

Posted on March 18, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

The western sister city of Gaia is considered the beating heart of Ralian. It is the largest city on the continent with almost ten million citizens, including those that live in the farmlands just outside the city walls. Sparkling caster … Continue reading →

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Completion! Now I Need a Drink!

Posted on March 17, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Through horrible Pineapple Fried Rice, phone calls, one computer glitch, and a 2 hour toddler tantrum, I have completed my CD’s. Now I just need to make the inserts and labels to put in there.  Everything will be good to … Continue reading →

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The Taboo Tense

Posted on March 17, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

This post is probably going to have a little frustration and anger, but it isn’t directed at anyone in particular.  Since my book debuted, I’ve had a few people bring up the fact that I use present tense instead of … Continue reading →

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First Unknown Review

Posted on March 17, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I got my first review from someone I couldn’t identify and it’s 3 stars.  Here it is: “The writing style of the author made it tough for me to follow. Not a bad book, and I enjoyed the characters.” I’m … Continue reading →

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First Day on the Bus

Posted on March 16, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

It glides down the road Pushing a wave of fear That clutches at the heart Sweaty palms And streaming tears The day has finally come A terrifying step Into adulthood That makes the pulse stutter And the mind race The … Continue reading →

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Up and Down

Posted on March 16, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

So, I’m at 618 ebook sales as of this posting.  I’m slipping down the Amazon lists because everyone else is selling, but I should have expected that.  Still #5 on Hot New Epic Fantasy Kindle Releases.  In the 30’s and … Continue reading →

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Sleep Denied

Posted on March 16, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Exhausting week With restless rests And toiling in the day Blissful weekend To recover strength Yet someone won’t allow The watcher sleeps Allowing tiny feet to wander Sticky hands find mischief Leaving messes in their wake The wrong parent sleeps … Continue reading →

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Broken Tooth Retired

Posted on March 15, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

You’ve done your job For many years With very few complaints You weren’t perfect Grinding food And sometimes tongue Never drawing blood But now you’re cracked A jagged shard Too broken for a mend You have the weekend To say … Continue reading →

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Moderate Success

Posted on March 15, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I read an article last week that said a Kindle book is considered a moderate success when it hits 500 sales.  I’m at 526 and still rising through the ranks of the Epic Fantasy lists.  I’m happy about this, but … Continue reading →

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