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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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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...

Book reviews/Who I Am

Why You Should Read Train Smart, Run Forever

Posted on March 15, 2019 by Julia Tomiak / 4 Comments

Train Smart, Run Forever has helped me avoid injuries, even when I'm running farther than I ever have before. It's a great read for all levels of exercisers.

Awesome Young Adult Books/Book reviews/Favorite Authors

Why You Must Read Bridge of Clay

Posted on March 8, 2019 by Julia Tomiak / 8 Comments

The Dunbar Boys: five brothers, young teens and young men, living on their own with only a mule named Achilles to watch over them. How did they get there and wh...

Improving vocabulary

Why February is Spelled Funny

Posted on February 20, 2019 by Julia Tomiak / 10 Comments

The story behind February's short length and weird spelling. The Word Nerd explains her birthday month!

Improving vocabulary

Agape: A New Word for Valentine’s Day

Posted on February 14, 2019 by Julia Tomiak / 3 Comments

This February 14, we need more than love and chocolate; we need agape.

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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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