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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.
Words and Technology

How to steer clear of misinformation and disinformation

Posted on March 25, 2022 by Julia Tomiak / 7 Comments

We all need to get savvy about detecting and stopping the spread of false information. Here's how.

How to encourage reading

6 Steps to make a home library

Posted on March 21, 2022 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

Book lovers! Get organized this spring with tips for setting up your home library.

Who I Am

Let us rise strong in HOPE

Posted on March 7, 2022 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

Some inspiration on a rainy Monday to never stop looking for hope.

Improving vocabulary

Breakdown of the political terms authoritarian, totalitarian, oligarchy

Posted on February 25, 2022 by Julia Tomiak / 2 Comments

Do you know the difference between authoritarian and totalitarian and oligarchy? The Word Nerd tries to explain...

Who I Am

Kindness requires us to think more about others

Posted on February 18, 2022 by Julia Tomiak / 2 Comments

To inspire your weekend... learn more about the origins of the word KINDNESS. :)

Who I Am

Striving for more kindness and less anger

Posted on February 11, 2022 by Julia Tomiak / 6 Comments

Three things that have encouraged me to pursue kindness of late...

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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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