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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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Posted on June 30, 2023 by Julia Tomiak / 4 Comments

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Done with Demon Copperhead? Check these out!

Posted on June 30, 2023 by Julia Tomiak / 5 Comments

Did you enjoy Demon Copperhead? I have a recommendation for you, and it's NOT David Copperfield. Ever heard of Jeff Zentner's In the Wild Light?

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Why Demon Copperhead is worth the Pulitzer Prize attention

Posted on June 23, 2023 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

Demon Copperhead recently won the Pulitzer Prize for fiction, and I'm not surprised. Come read why I think this novel is worth your time.

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A great family summer read for you!

Posted on June 9, 2023 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

I've got a fun, family friendly read for you this summer!

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Improving vocabulary

What’s more serious: a watch or a warning?

Posted on June 2, 2023 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

Summer is here, and if you, like me, always confuse storm watches and warnings, I've got a trick to help you remember.

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Know your holidays: Memorial Day and Labor Day celebrate sacrifice

Posted on May 26, 2023 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

It's Memorial Day weekend! What does that mean, besides the pool opening? The Word Nerd explains.

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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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