What you should know about Walter Issacson’s biography of Franklin
Ever since visiting Boston, I wanted to learn more about Founding Father Benjamin Franklin. Reading this bio left me with mixed feelings.
Author: Julia Tomiak
I believe in the power of words to improve our lives, and I help people find interesting words to read. Member of SCBWI.
Clearing confusion about the popular word bespoke
I kept hearing "bespoke" and wasn't quite sure what it meant. Now I know. So will you if you read along!
Valentine’s origins: not just pink hearts and chocolate
The origins of Valentine's Day are muddy, but historians link the day to Roman martyrs and an ancient feast.
The Correspondent: a great read to cheer your soul
Here's why my book club and I adored The Correspondent, an epistolary novel by Virginia Evans. #literaryfiction
What I liked about My Friends, even though it’s sad
My Friends made me laugh and cry. It's a bit sad, but says so many fabulous things about art and friendship.
What you need to know about slop, 2025’s Word of the Year
Slop is everywhere on the internet. Here's an explanation and some warnings about this new digital concern.