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Every Opportunity to Write
Many writers say they knew they were writers even as kids because they’d write the best cards to friends and family. You know what that feels like, you writerly reader, you. And so do I. I take pleasure in writing pretty much anything short of...
Living the Life Less Ordinary
As I prepare to leave the US for the exotic and dusty shores of the Middle East, I find that I am increasingly far from my comfort zone. It’s scary, in other words. Yes, I’ll be blogging, twittering and Facebooking, not to mention emailing and...
The Hero’s Journey
Hello, everyone! Who hasn’t seen the 2011 Academy Award nominations? Some really interesting picks this year – is there ever a year when there aren’t some lusty protestations about this or that movie or actor left out? Not since I’ve been watching the awards,...
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Julie, you are a gifted teacher who conveys information with clarity and enthusiasm. I also like how you encourage without setting people up with completely unrealistic expectations. ...
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Patricia Sorge
“Dear Julie, had it not been for your generous help and expert analysis I KNOW my script would not have made it this far in the competition. You really forced me (in a good way) to see my story from a new perspective, along with helping me understand how much of an overhaul it needed....
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