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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.
Turtles All the Way Down
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Why You Must Read Turtles All the Way Down

Posted on February 23, 2018 by Julia Tomiak / 5 Comments

Themes, motifs, and a hard look at reality make Green's latest release another winner. Read my full review.

Who I Am

How to Combat Worry: A Journal

Posted on February 17, 2018 by Julia Tomiak / 6 Comments

For Lent, I'm giving up sweets and Coke and WORRYING! Here's my plan...

Improving vocabulary

What Does Omnibus Mean?

Posted on February 7, 2018 by Julia Tomiak / 11 Comments

A brainteaser from the morning breakfast table: what does omnibus mean? The Word Nerd explains...

Favorite Authors/Favorite Characters/How to encourage reading

A Great Site for Book Series Lovers

Posted on February 2, 2018 by Julia Tomiak / 5 Comments

Do you need help finding all the books in a series? I've got a great website for you!

Book reviews

What I Didn’t Like About Fates and Furies

Posted on January 26, 2018 by Julia Tomiak / 11 Comments

Fates and Furies has received critical acclaim, but I just didn't like it. Here's why...

Who I Am

What’s Good About a Small Town

Posted on January 19, 2018 by Julia Tomiak / 8 Comments

Sometimes our small town drives me nuts; other times, like last week, it makes me feel very grateful.

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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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