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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.
Favorite Authors

Quirks of Famous Authors

Posted on March 17, 2018 by Julia Tomiak / 5 Comments

I love to write in purple ink. So did Lewis Carroll! Learn other quirks about writers like Victor Hugo and William Faulker.

Words and Technology

Handwriting vs. Typing: Which is Better?

Posted on March 9, 2018 by Julia Tomiak / 8 Comments

Many schools don't even teach handwriting anymore... bad idea. We need handwriting skills AND typing skills; the Word Nerd explains why...

regimen v regiment
Improving vocabulary

When to Use Regimen v. Regiment

Posted on March 2, 2018 by Julia Tomiak / 4 Comments

Do you know the difference between regimen and regiment? The Word Nerd explains...

Turtles All the Way Down
Awesome Young Adult Books/Book reviews/Favorite Authors

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...

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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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