Category Archives: Writing

The Elsa stage of writing when we ‘let it go’

Posted on November 9, 2015 by Julie Stroebel Barichello

The final version of “Book of Blank” was uploaded to press last Saturday. For weeks leading up to that day, I had a constant internal chant of, “Come on, let’s go. Come on, let’s go. Get it done. Get it … Continue reading →

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Behind the scenes of ‘Book of Blank’ production wrap-up

Posted on October 29, 2015 by Julie Stroebel Barichello

The clock is ticking this week as production wraps up for “Sarah & Katy and the Book of Blank.” Here’s a look at what’s on the table this week: Book Production Last-minute edits are still taking place — I’m pushing … Continue reading →

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Cover reveal for Sarah & Katy and the Book of Blank

Posted on October 27, 2015 by Julie Stroebel Barichello

(Just so you know: This isn’t the cover. It’s just a teaser. Scroll to the end to see the real thing!) There are a lot of exciting moments as an independent author. There’s the moment we type the final period … Continue reading →

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20- and 30-somethings should see the ‘Goosebumps’ movie

Posted on October 25, 2015 by Julie Stroebel Barichello

Saturday night the husband and I went to the Roxy to catch a late showing of “Goosebumps.” The movie hit theaters a week ago, but I wasn’t sure if I wanted to see it. The premise intrigued me — rather … Continue reading →

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Redefining ‘Sarah & Katy and the Book of Blank’

Posted on October 21, 2015 by Julie Stroebel Barichello

All year I’ve referred to “Sarah & Katy and the Book of Blank” as the sequel to “Sarah & Katy and the Imagination Blankets.” All year, I’ve been uncomfortable with that definition. While Book of Blank takes place in the … Continue reading →

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