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Finding inspiration in mythology, part 2 – by Vijaya Schartz

Posted on June 10, 2022 by vijayaschartz

“Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic.” Arthur C. Clarke Last month, we covered the mythology of Asia as a source of inspiration, and Indian mythology that could be interpreted as advanced technology. But this is not unique to … Continue reading →

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Holy Swear Words for Fantasy and Science Fiction

Posted on December 10, 2021 by vijayaschartz

This trend has been going on for a very long time. Many authors and screenwriters have used this tool to avoid vulgarity and spare the sensibilities of readers and viewers. We all remember Starbuck saying Frak. To me, it’s an opportunity … Continue reading →

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Not that kind of angel – by Vijaya Schartz

Posted on October 10, 2021 by vijayaschartz

I dream of angels all the time… sometimes I am one. Do not cry blasphemy. I’m not that kind of angel. That’s probably why I have recurring angel themes in my novels. (Archangel twin books – Azura chronicles – Byzantium … Continue reading →

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The evolution of Warrior Women in the entertainment business – by Vijaya Schartz

Posted on August 10, 2021 by vijayaschartz

In the male-dominated society of our ancestors, few women emerged as rulers or generals, or even warriors, although some did find a place in history. Nowadays, women are welcome into the military, and a recent decree subjects them to the … Continue reading →

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WARRIOR WOMEN part 3 – 16th Century to today – by Vijaya Schartz

Posted on June 10, 2021 by vijayaschartz

Amina, Warrior Queen of Zaria (1588-1589)Amina was queen in a part of Nigeria now known as Zaria, where women could inherit the throne on an even keel with men. Many city states dominated trans-Saharan trade after the collapse of the … Continue reading →

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Warrior Women of the Dark and Middle Ages – by Vijaya Schartz

Posted on May 11, 2021 by vijayaschartz

Queen Boadicea or Boudicca of Roman Britain Early on, Boudicca was publicly flogged by the Roman occupants for claiming her father’s crown and lands, and treated like a slave despite her rank. Then she was forced to watch the rape … Continue reading →

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Warrior Women of the Ancient World

Posted on April 13, 2021 by vijayaschartz

Ahhotep : Military Leader and Egyptian Pharaoh Ahhotep’s burial equipment included a dagger and an inscribed ceremonial axe blade made of copper, gold, electrum and wood. The decorations were characteristically Minoan. Also found were three golden flies, badges of bravery … Continue reading →

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Who were the Paladin knights of Charlemagne – by Vijaya Schartz

Posted on March 1, 2021 by vijayaschartz

When Charlemagne ascended to the Frankish throne in 968AD, he designated twelve Paladins to help him rule the Frankish Kingdom. They were highly trained noblemen, expert swordsmen and fierce warriors. They, took a solemn oath of fealty and swore to … Continue reading →

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Coping with confinement – by Vijaya Schartz

Posted on April 10, 2020 by vijayaschartz

Stuck at home? Listening to the news with growing anxiety? Dealing with confinement and social distancing, while worrying about your income or losing your 401K, can push our stress to intolerable levels. Here are a few of my stress relieving … Continue reading →

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The magical power of deadlines – by Vijaya Schartz

Posted on January 10, 2019 by vijayaschartz

Deadlines can make you do what you thought was impossible. The first time I was given a deadline by a publisher, I panicked. It had taken me eighteen months to write my last book, and I only had six months … Continue reading →

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