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Elite of the Monster Races

Posted on April 25, 2022 by Charles Yallowitz

Ever play a video game or read a story with monsters when a ‘special’ type of a common species turns up?  If not then there really isn’t much more to explain.  Heroes run into an elite version of a common … Continue reading →

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Writing the Friendly Fool Hero

Posted on April 22, 2022 by Charles Yallowitz

I’m not sure how common this type of hero is outside of anime and manga.  Not these days anyway since I think Inspector Clouseau may fall into this category.  Still, I tend to see friendly, foolish characters leading anime/manga.  You … Continue reading →

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Goal Post: A Few Days into Spring Break

Posted on April 16, 2022 by Charles Yallowitz

(Love this song.  Though, it’s messing with my head a bit.  Keeps giving me odd blips of nostalgia and old memories if I let my mind wander to it.) Where to start?  A lot has happened since my last goal … Continue reading →

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Poetry Day: Aquarium of Montgomery Drawlls

Posted on April 14, 2022 by Charles Yallowitz

(This is a silly poem I made about an aquarium with unique creatures.  I would make poems like this just to flex my imagination.  It’s similar to Bestiary of Blatherhorn Vale, which I made years ago.) If you find yourself … Continue reading →

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Inanimate Objects with Personality

Posted on April 13, 2022 by Charles Yallowitz

I was going to do a ‘Ye Olde Boat Shoppe’ until my son and I reached a specific episode of the anime called ‘One Piece’.  I’d already chosen the Going Merry picture, but this episode focused on her.  If anyone … Continue reading →

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The Risks of Noble Intentions

Posted on April 8, 2022 by Charles Yallowitz

“Their heart was in the right place.” “They meant well.” “It’s the thought that counts.” The road to Hell may really be paved with good intentions.  Probably a lot of potholes too since it’s bound to be a bumpy ride.  … Continue reading →

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Poetry Day: Animals in Our Minds

Posted on March 31, 2022 by Charles Yallowitz

(Got to use one of my puzzle pictures again.  This poem was a silly one that used phrases involving animals.  I couldn’t get it that big, but it worked for me.) We join the rat race A loyal work horse … Continue reading →

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7 Tips to Writing the Pursued POV

Posted on March 30, 2022 by Charles Yallowitz

This topic is a little shaky.  At least, trying from the Pursuer POV was tough.  The reason is because you see the opposite more often.  A chase tends to happen when the protagonist needs to escape.  So, readers will be … Continue reading →

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7 Tips to Writing the Pursuer POV

Posted on March 28, 2022 by Charles Yallowitz

One type of action scene is ‘The Chase’.  It doesn’t happen as often as fight scenes unless the story involves vehicles or running, but it’s a big one.  A challenge here is to bring across the pace and feelings of … Continue reading →

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Sins of the Parent Placed on the Child

Posted on March 25, 2022 by Charles Yallowitz

Well, that’s not fair.  I mean, a parent screws up, so a child has to be punished?  It doesn’t make a lot of sense by most modern standards.  Though, I’m sure it probably happens in some places.  Odd how the … Continue reading →

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