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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.
Awesome Young Adult Books/Book reviews

Why You Should Read I Have Lost My Way

Posted on April 26, 2019 by Julia Tomiak / 2 Comments

The struggle of loss - Gayle Foreman captures it so well in her latest YA novel. A great read!

Ada Limon
Appreciating Poetry

A Poem for Your Pocket 2019

Posted on April 18, 2019 by Julia Tomiak / 3 Comments

It's Poem in Your Pocket Day, and I've got a few great lines of verse about spring. Indulge!

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Who I Am

The Ones with the Most Faith Win

Posted on April 9, 2019 by Julia Tomiak / 3 Comments

Two compelling stories of perseverance... read and be inspired! #GoHoos

Improving vocabulary

What is a charcuterie board?

Posted on April 3, 2019 by Julia Tomiak / 7 Comments

Know how to say charcuterie, or what it even is? The Word Nerd explains, plus some cool art!

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Who I Am

Why You Should Sign Up for a Race

Posted on March 30, 2019 by Julia Tomiak / 7 Comments

You can do it! Here's why...

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Improving vocabulary/Words and Technology

What is a Screed?

Posted on March 20, 2019 by Julia Tomiak / 1 Comment

Learn what a screed is and why such a thing is more troublesome these days...

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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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