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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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Three books about strong women

Posted on March 6, 2020 by Julia Tomiak / 2 Comments

It's Women's History Month! And here are three books about strong (fictional) women. Check 'em out!

Improving vocabulary

More teen terms you should know

Posted on February 26, 2020 by Julia Tomiak / 6 Comments

Are your kids cappin' or vibin'? Not sure what that means? The Word Nerd explains. ;)

Graphic: What's up with Leap Year
Improving vocabulary

Why do we have leap years?

Posted on February 21, 2020 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

Last year, I published a post explaining some of the unusual attributes of my birthday month, February. I mean, it’s short and it’s spelled funny! W...

Who I Am

Love Yourself

Posted on February 14, 2020 by Julia Tomiak / 7 Comments

This Valentine's Day, commit to showing yourself love, whether or not you have someone to share the holiday with.

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Strive for balance

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

I’m currently listening to The Island of Sea Women by Lisa See. It’s fascinating historical fiction set on the Korean island of JeJu where women hol...

Improving grammar

Grammar check: “on accident” vs. “by accident”

Posted on January 31, 2020 by Julia Tomiak / 36 Comments

Do you use "by accident" or "on accident"? Your preference could be related to your birthday!

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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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