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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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Vacation Reading Ideas

Posted on June 28, 2017 by Julia Tomiak / 7 Comments

I'm packing up for vacation, which of course includes books! I've got a few ideas, but I'm taking suggestions...

Improving grammar

The Debate Between Who & Whom

Posted on June 21, 2017 by Julia Tomiak / 4 Comments

Twitter is promoting bad grammar. Should we stand for it?

James Comey by Mike Licht via Flickr
Improving vocabulary

Vocab from the Headlines: Contemporaneous

Posted on June 14, 2017 by Julia Tomiak / 5 Comments

Inspired by current events, I explain the meaning of "contemporaneous notes".

Ultimatum
Awesome Young Adult Books/Book reviews

Why You Should Read Ultimatum

Posted on June 9, 2017 by Julia Tomiak / 5 Comments

For a well written family drama geared toward young adult readers, try Ultimatum by K.M. Walton.

Improving grammar

When to Use Nauseous vs. Nauseated

Posted on June 2, 2017 by Julia Tomiak / 7 Comments

The post in which I explain the proper use of nauseated and prove that Sheldon Cooper made a mistake!

Improving vocabulary

Vocab from the Headlines: Polymath

Posted on May 24, 2017 by Julia Tomiak / 8 Comments

Do you know what a polymath is? The Word Nerd explains. (And guess what? It's not really about math!)

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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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