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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.
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Why you need to read Yesteryear

Posted on September 25, 2026 by Julia Tomiak / 1 Comment

A fascinating read, Yesteryear offers commentary on social media, religion, and the role of women. Highly recommend.

All That's Unseen book cover and review graphic
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An uplifting story of Appalachia: All That’s Unseen

Posted on September 17, 2026 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

I’m a transplant to Appalachia. However, the past 25 years I’ve lived in Southwest Virginia have taught me to love this land and its people. Emilee ...

Bridge on Great Allegheny Passage
How to encourage reading

Why I chose an active vacation this year

Posted on August 31, 2026 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

Five days of cycling, friendship, and fabulous views = one great vacation!

A view of Spokane fire smoke plumes from Mead, WA
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How the Spokane fires made me feel helpless

Posted on August 31, 2026 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

Visiting Spokane during the fire outbreaks left me shaken.

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Summer books I enjoyed, with one controversial exception

Posted on July 22, 2026 by Julia Tomiak / 1 Comment

Here are the books I've read so far this summer, and why I didn't like the one everybody else loves...

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What you need to know about the soccer term “brace”

Posted on July 6, 2026 by Julia Tomiak / 1 Comment

Brace comes from an old English word meaning "pair." Can you see where this is going?

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Meet the Word Nerd

I believe in the power of words, and I like helping people find interesting and inspiring words to read. Follow me for tips on grammar, word etymology, what books to read, and more. Member SCBWI.

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  • Why you need to read Yesteryear
  • All That's Unseen book cover and review graphic
    An uplifting story of Appalachia: All That’s Unseen
  • Bridge on Great Allegheny Passage
    Why I chose an active vacation this year
  • A view of Spokane fire smoke plumes from Mead, WA
    How the Spokane fires made me feel helpless
  • Summer reading recs
    Summer books I enjoyed, with one controversial exception

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