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L.o.W.-Prodigy of Rainbow Tower Part 1

Posted on February 25, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Deep within the bowels of the Caster Swamp, a cave pulses with putrid, green light. The area around the cave reeks of death with silenced frogs floating belly-up in the bubbling water. Blackened willows twist in unnatural shapes to shield … Continue reading →

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Start of the Sequel

Posted on February 24, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

For anyone trying to catch up with Beginning of a Hero, you’re in luck.  Friday was definitely the final post and the rest can be caught when the e-book comes up for .99 cents (paperback for $10 for those that … Continue reading →

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Goodkindles ‘Review’: Feedback Requested

Posted on February 24, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I was recently introduced to Goodkindles, which is a site that posts a book description for e-book authors.  I was shown this site by Gwen Bristol and it costs $7-$25.  I haven’t seen any difference in services depending on your … Continue reading →

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New Pages

Posted on February 24, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I’ve added two new pages to Legends of Windemere: The first is the Questions page ‘Ask and Be Answered’, which I had mentioned yesterday.  Here is where you can post a question and I’ll be answering in a weekly blog … Continue reading →

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Good Idea or Pure Ego?

Posted on February 23, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I’ve been pondering adding a new page to my website, but I’m not sure if it’s being fueled entirely by a bloated ego.  I’ll admit that my pride and confidence grows with every step toward publishing.  So, I’m not really … Continue reading →

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History of Your World Part 1 The Sequel

Posted on February 23, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I guess I’m on a Mel Brooks kick today, but that’s not the point of this.  I was thinking about world building, which is something that most fantasy authors have to do.  There are different levels of depth that you … Continue reading →

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The Aut . . . Oh, Look at the Kitty

Posted on February 23, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I’m going to be an author Once I finish this next nap And my crossword puzzle Followed by a run Then dinner must be made Now I find I’m not in the mood So my shows will set me right … Continue reading →

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Origins: Kira Grasdon

Posted on February 22, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I’ve mentioned how some characters alter stories because of their personality or evolve groups.  Sari with the sexual undertones and gypsies.  Fritz with gnomes and Aedyn with priests.  Nyx with magic and Trinity with the chaos elves.  Well, I may … Continue reading →

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Question for Critics and Reviewers

Posted on February 22, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

This is something that has come up in conversation a few times and I’m very curious about the practice.  Now, I’ve noticed that every time I’ve had my book reviewed or critiqued, I inevitably get compared to Rowling, Tolkien, or … Continue reading →

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The Need for Calming Things

Posted on February 21, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I sit and await the storm Inevitable and dark Born of secrets Fueled by rage Aimed at weakness That is recently exposed I search for calm A form to earn my focus To still the fear and fury That scramble … Continue reading →

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