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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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How To Get Kids Excited About Poetry: Reverso

Posted on April 5, 2013 by Julia Tomiak / 13 Comments

Poetry is so good for Word Nerds. Find out why, and what a "reverso" poem is.

How to encourage reading/Improving vocabulary

Vocabulary from Sleeping Freshmen Never Lie

Posted on April 3, 2013 by Julia Tomiak / 9 Comments

My writing buddy loves to include gross descriptions in her fiction- ichor is one of her favorite words. Read on to find out what it means.

How to encourage reading

What You Need to Know About The Host

Posted on March 29, 2013 by Julia Tomiak / 8 Comments

A few things you should know about the story behind the new movie The Host: aliens, body snatching, and an unusual love triangle.

Improving vocabulary

Vocabulary Quiz for Word Nerds: March 2013

Posted on March 27, 2013 by Julia Tomiak / 12 Comments

Instead of a word nerd workout, we're doing a 5K! Take my five question vocabulary quiz and earn a chance to win a Barnes and Noble gift card.

Improving vocabulary

How to Train Your Brain with Merriam-Webster.com

Posted on March 22, 2013 by Julia Tomiak / 13 Comments

How you can use the Merriam-Webster site to do more than just look up words. Get smarter now!

Wondrous Words Wednesday
Improving vocabulary

What Does Detritus Mean?

Posted on March 20, 2013 by Julia Tomiak / 17 Comments

Join in the Wonderful Words Wednesday fun and learn about my new word: detritus.

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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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