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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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Get hope and inspiration at Immersive Van Gogh

Posted on August 27, 2021 by Julia Tomiak / 4 Comments

Immersive Van Gogh: color, music, flowers - everything you need to be inspired!

Improving vocabulary

Why do we call the US a “First World” country?

Posted on August 6, 2021 by Julia Tomiak / 1 Comment

Turns out, "First World Countries" originally had more to do with Communism than economy. The Word Nerd explains.

Words and Technology

What you should know about haptics

Posted on July 30, 2021 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

Do you know what haptic feedback is? Let the Word Nerd explain another term from technology.

Favorite Characters

Why I Love Ted Lasso

Posted on July 23, 2021 by Julia Tomiak / 4 Comments

The new season of Ted Lasso releases today! Haven't tried "The Lasso Way" yet? The Word Nerd explains why you should. ;)

Book reviews/Favorite Authors

Why I love Ten Thousand Tries

Posted on July 13, 2021 by Julia Tomiak / 5 Comments

Ten Thousand Tries is a heart warming story of perseverance, loss, soccer, and the fragility of family. It launches today! Let me tell you why I love it!

Improving vocabulary

What is phrenology? Ruling on swim caps sparks controversy

Posted on July 9, 2021 by Julia Tomiak / 5 Comments

A news story about swim caps for black athletes sparked a word lookup: phrenology. Do you know what it means?

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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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