Memoir
Free Valentine’s Day Book Promotions
This Valentine’s Day, fall in love with my book for FREE! Two Exciting Giveaways: Free E-Book Download Day: on Feb. 14, 2013, the Kindle version will be FREE to download on Amazon.com here (from 12:00 a.m. PST 2/14/13 – 11:59 p.m. PST 2/14/13). Don’t have a Kindle? Free Kindle apps for phones, computers, and tablets. Signed Book Giveaway: On…
Read MoreNarcolepsy in the Classroom – Web Broadcast Event
Families of children and teens with narcolepsy are invited to attend this special event on Saturday February 9th from 2-4 p.m. (EST) at Children’s National Medical Center in Washington D.C. LIVE INTERNATIONAL BROADCAST: You are invited to participate in a live internet broadcast as experts speak on “Narcolepsy in the Classroom” on Saturday Feb 9, 2013 from…
Read MoreNew Video: Why I Wrote A Memoir – The Evolution of Wide Awake and Dreaming
In this video, I discuss my motivations for writing a memoir, along with the greatest challenge and reward of the journey. Watch below or on YouTube. Thanks for watching – come back for more videos soon! Big thanks to Alex Withrow for his expert video production skills.
Read MoreTV Interview with Wide Awake and Dreaming Book Author Julie Flygare
On Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2013 at 9 p.m., my first television interview about my book will air on Montgomery Channel 21! Here’s the program video: I’m thrilled to be a guest on the award-winning Forward Motion program with Karen Allen, a dynamic host and a kind positively-spirited woman. During the filming last week, I felt calm…
Read MoreBook Event with Washington DC Narcolepsy Community
This Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013, from 12:30 – 3:00 p.m., my book will be featured at the Narcolepsy & Hypersomnia Support Group of the Greater Washington DC Area. The meeting is open to all people with narcolepsy or hypersomnia and their supporters. I will be selling and signing books. We can discuss topics from my book…
Read MoreBook Club Guide for Wide Awake and Dreaming: A Memoir of Narcolepsy
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: Note: These questions aim to encourage discussion; there are no right/wrong answers. Before reading this book, what did you think of narcolepsy? Did this book change your perception? When Julie finally brings up her sleepiness with a primary care doctor, Dr. Andrews, the doctor says everyone gets sleepy. Julie has a gut feeling…
Read MoreAn Unforgettable Day: Celebrating My Book Launch
On January 5, 2013, over 40 people came together in Great Falls, Virgina to celebrate my book release. It was a day I will cherish forever. Old friends and new readers alike gathered at my dear friend Gail’s home. I gave a few remarks and read two favorite passages. Thank you, Gail for hosting such…
Read MoreWide Awake and Dreaming Book Video Introduction with Author Julie Flygare
I’m thrilled to release this video, introducing my memoir, Wide Awake and Dreaming: Check back soon for more videos. Thank you Alex Withrow for your expert video production!
Read MoreGet Inspired! New Year’s Day Free E-Book
Please spread the word to friends, family and health professionals- the Kindle e-book of Wide Awake and Dreaming: A Memoir of Narcolepsy will be FREE on Jan 1, 2013. Download here. Don’t have a Kindle? No problem!Download a FREE Kindle App here to read on your computer, smartphone or tablet (including iPad, iPhone, Mac, Windows 8 PC or tablet, Android phone or…
Read More2012: Year in Review
2012 was an exciting year – I realized some big dreams including:1. Publishing my memoir!2. Giving 12 narcolepsy presentations across the country – from California to Cleveland; from Florida to Boston.3. Launching my video series.4. Running Mt Washington Road Race in honor of my father & raising $3,000 for narcolepsy research.5. Organizing the FDA initiative for narcolepsy.6. Sharing my story…
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