Dungeon's & Mastering - Session 1
"The Disappearance of Genara" is where our story officially begins. By this time all of the session zeroes are done and my players are...
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tizomvanclief
- Aug 21
- 7 min
Dungeon's & Mastering - Session Zero
The first in a series about my journey running a game of D&D and how it helped me through the Covid Pandemic and influenced my writing
tizomvanclief
- Mar 26
- 7 min
My Armor
A reflection of growing up and how clothing helped shield my feelings until I was ready to learn who I was and live authentically.
tizomvanclief
- Jan 3, 2021
- 2 min
Lesser Known Monsters by Rory Michaelson
After reading a new queer dark fantasy, Lesser Known Monsters, the debut novel by Rory Michaelson. Excitement over the intricate and...
tizomvanclief
- Jun 2, 2020
- 4 min
Black, Gay & Tired
I cried myself to sleep for the last three nights. I am a grown man, and I cried myself to sleep. There is nothing wrong with the display...
tizomvanclief
- Oct 28, 2019
- 6 min
The Sweetest Story
These kids are something else, thought Alexis. Sitting on her queen-sized bed half-submerged in the covers she listened for the sounds of...
tizomvanclief
- Oct 17, 2019
- 2 min
The Elegant Simplicity of Grilled Cheese
Let's say you are not a skilled baker. Let's say you are a step below amateur. Even the most novice of cooks can still create delicious...
tizomvanclief
- Oct 17, 2019
- 2 min
Baking: A Stress Reliever
Have you ever had a really rough day? I mean the kind of day where you just want to eat all your feelings and become a vegetable on the...
tizomvanclief
- Oct 17, 2019
- 1 min
Dream Bigger
Last weekend Tyler Perry created history when he opened Tyler Perry Studios, one of the largest film studios in the nation making him the...
tizomvanclief
- May 29, 2019
- 8 min
Sandriel's Lament: Chapter 6
“Thieves! Stop where you are!" Standing before them, with a great sword at the ready, was a woman in plate armor molded perfectly to her...
tizomvanclief
- May 28, 2019
- 8 min
Review: Homecoming a Film by Beyonce
First and foremost I have to say that I have always been a fan of Beyonce’s music. Growing up and listening to her evolve as an artist...
tizomvanclief
- Apr 7, 2019
- 2 min
PAX East Weekend, where did you go?
Last weekend was nothing less than spectacular. It started with a road trip from NYC to Boston with some of my best friends. After an...
tizomvanclief
- Mar 24, 2019
- 2 min
PAX East Here I Come
So, it is that time of year again. Conventions. I love them. At some point I hope to have content and merchandise to share at one of...
tizomvanclief
- Mar 16, 2019
- 1 min
My New Obsession
I was looking forward to this show just because Aidy Bryant is the lead. She is exceptional on Saturday Night Live and I have loved her...
tizomvanclief
- Feb 26, 2019
- 7 min
Sandriel's Lament: Chapter 5
Chapter 5 “I love you so much my angels. Another birthday, another riddle. I have much to say but I will never speak, I can open wide but...
tizomvanclief
- Feb 14, 2019
- 2 min
Writing Goals
Sometimes I feel like the weight of the story inside my head is crushing down on me. I am finding that I am an impulsive writer, a write...
tizomvanclief
- Jan 2, 2019
- 7 min
Sandriel's Lament: Chapter 4
It’s so red. It’s just so red, she thought as she looked down at her hands covered in Cristianos’ blood. Sandriel’s breathing was ragged....
tizomvanclief
- Dec 10, 2018
- 1 min
Productivity Block
So this weekend I had planned to get so much accomplished. I recently joined the #writingcommunity on twitter and have been getting a...
tizomvanclief
- Nov 26, 2018
- 8 min
Sandriel's Lament: Chapter 3
Chapter 3 Encased in a net and suspended just inches from the ground, Sandriel clawed trying to release herself and her sister. "Oh no....
tizomvanclief
- Nov 21, 2018
- 2 min
Chilling Tales
Sooooo, I just finished "The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina" and at first glance I didn't think I would like it. 1. I'm not that into...