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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.
Improving vocabulary

Vocab from social television: a nascent phenomenon

Posted on January 9, 2013 by Julia Tomiak / 16 Comments

Do you know what nascent means? Let me help clarify...

How to encourage reading/News from book business/Words and Technology

How to Use Goodreads: A Guide for Word Nerds

Posted on January 4, 2013 by Julia Tomiak / 34 Comments

Do you use Goodreads yet? Every word nerd should. My quick suggestions for getting the most out of Goodreads.

How to encourage reading/News from book business

Three Reasons Why Amazon Prime is Worth It

Posted on January 4, 2013 by Julia Tomiak / 16 Comments

Personal experience has proved that the Amazon Prime membership pays for itself. Let me explain why.

Wondrous Words Wednesday
Improving vocabulary

What Were the Top Ten Words of 2012?

Posted on January 2, 2013 by Julia Tomiak / 12 Comments

What do you think the top ten words of 2012 were? Merriam-Webster has released its list, based on user lookups. A few may surprise you!

Book reviews/How to encourage reading

Why You Must Read The Time Traveler’s Wife

Posted on December 28, 2012 by Julia Tomiak / 12 Comments

Have you read The Time Traveler's Wife? You should! My glowing recommendation for this novel about love that endures despite the destructive affects of time. ...

How to encourage reading

Word Nerds’ Favorite Books of 2012

Posted on December 22, 2012 by Julia Tomiak / 4 Comments

A great list of favorite books from 2012 from my family and my readers. Also, I share the winner of the 2012 My Favorite Things giveaway.

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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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