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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

Why you must pay attention to local government

Posted on November 4, 2022 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

National politics are frustrating, but local government actually has much more influence on our daily lives. Pay attention!

Who I Am

Wisdom from my 16 year old

Posted on October 17, 2022 by Julia Tomiak / 4 Comments

Observations from my 16 year old are sometimes hard to swallow, but that doesn't make them less true.

Improving vocabulary/Words and Technology

What you need to know about filter bubbles

Posted on October 7, 2022 by Julia Tomiak / 3 Comments

As humans, we are prone to bias. It's time to do something about it and the media we consume.

Favorite Authors

Tips for a creative life from Mary Oliver

Posted on September 30, 2022 by Julia Tomiak / 1 Comment

Need a reason to give power and time to your creativity? Read some Mary Oliver. :)

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Book reviews/How to encourage reading

Good reasons to read the banned book Maus

Posted on September 27, 2022 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

Maus has been banned and challenged for profanity, nudity, and violence. Here's why you need to read it.

Graphic on Banned Books Week, Sept 18/24, 2022
How to encourage reading

Why we need to embrace reading books

Posted on September 16, 2022 by Julia Tomiak / 6 Comments

Why reading is important and needs to be protected. #Bannedbooks

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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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