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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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What to do with those Christmas cards

Posted on January 1, 2021 by Julia Tomiak / 2 Comments

Time to take down the decorations, but what will you do with all of those cards? The Word Nerd has a few ideas...

Who I Am

Permission to simplify Christmas

Posted on December 18, 2020 by Julia Tomiak / 11 Comments

At Christmas, we're supposed to feel joy, but sometimes it's hard. I'm simplifying this Christmas and letting go of what doesn't bring joy.

Book reviews/How to encourage reading

Word Nerd Gift Recommendations 2020

Posted on December 11, 2020 by Julia Tomiak / 8 Comments

Need some Word Nerdy gift ideas? I've got you covered!

Improving vocabulary

Disinformation and misinformation: it’s all bad

Posted on December 4, 2020 by Julia Tomiak / 7 Comments

This is a serious problem, one that Word Nerds need to fight. Learn about dis- and misinformation and how to combat them.

Who I Am

Give yourself permission to be happy

Posted on November 24, 2020 by Julia Tomiak / 3 Comments

This Thanksgiving, I give you permission to NOT "be everything", and to indulge in the things that bring you joy.

How to encourage reading/News from book business

World reading habits in 2020

Posted on November 13, 2020 by Julia Tomiak / 2 Comments

Which country read the most during 2020? NOT the United States, I'm sad to say. Find more interesting stats about reading on the blog...

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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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