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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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Who I Am

We need to rethink labor this Labor Day

Posted on September 4, 2023 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

In the past several years, my thoughts about labor have changed dramatically. It's time for America to change its attitude about labor as well. Happy Labor Day!

Book reviews

Why I love The Lincoln Highway

Posted on September 1, 2023 by Julia Tomiak / 3 Comments

Why The Lincoln Highway is one of my five star books of the year.

Improving vocabulary

What you need to know about Viticulture

Posted on August 25, 2023 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

Turns out viticulture refers to one of my favorite things... wine!

Who I Am

Advice as you head off to college

Posted on August 21, 2023 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

A little advice for the young adults heading off to college... I'm not your mom but give me chance. :)

Book reviews

Here are 8 books perfect for your summer reading

Posted on July 21, 2023 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

What books will you take on vacation? Or to the back porch? I have a few summer reading suggestions for you!

Who I Am

Listening to birds is good for your health

Posted on July 17, 2023 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

Listening to birdsong is good for your mental health. Here's how I partake in a daily dose.

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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.

Contact me at headnerd at juliatomiak dot com.

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