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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.
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.

Book reviews/Who I Am

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 / 43 Comments

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

Improving vocabulary

Spice up your vocabulary in 2020!

Posted on January 22, 2020 by Julia Tomiak / 2 Comments

Today, my guest Isabel Cabrera from Global English Editing has a few suggestions for updating your vocab this year. Check out her infographic! A strong vocabula...

Book reviews

Why you should read Daring Greatly

Posted on January 18, 2020 by Julia Tomiak / 4 Comments

A great book about finding the courage to be vulnerable in an increasingly critical world.

Book reviews/Favorite Authors

Favorite books of 2019

Posted on December 16, 2019 by Julia Tomiak / 8 Comments

My reader's favorite books from 2019! Get some gift ideas for others... or yourself!

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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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