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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 Must Like The Characters to Like the Book

Posted on March 14, 2014 by Julia Tomiak / 6 Comments

Can you like a book if you don't like the characters? Come by and add to the discussion!

Wondrous Words Wednesday
Improving vocabulary

A Runner’s Lexicon

Posted on March 12, 2014 by Julia Tomiak / 56 Comments

Do you know what a fartlek is? Join my guest Nicole from Work In Sweats Mama as she translates words from the running life.

Favorite Characters/How to encourage reading

What Makes a Great Character: A Reader’s Perspective

Posted on March 7, 2014 by Julia Tomiak / 7 Comments

My son likes Harry Potter simply because he's "the good guy." But I think there's more to a great character, don't you?

Improving vocabulary

Wondrous Words for College Rivalry: Hokies and ‘Hoos

Posted on March 5, 2014 by Julia Tomiak / 1 Comment

I'm a 'Hoo, who you? Join me to learn some history about Virginia mascots.

Awesome Young Adult Books/How to encourage reading

Astral Tide Release: Dystopian with a Sci Fi Twist!

Posted on February 28, 2014 by Julia Tomiak / 2 Comments

Read a preview of Anna Silver's new book Astral Tide, an exciting combination of dystopian, fantasy, and sci fi. Enter her giveaway to win free books and more.

Improving vocabulary/Recommended kid lit

Vocabulary for Foodies: Umami

Posted on February 26, 2014 by Julia Tomiak / 12 Comments

Have you heard of the mysterious "fifth taste"? Not sweet, sour, bitter, or salty, but UMAMI! Learn something today from the Word Nerd.

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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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