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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.
Who I Am

A Word for Summer: Adventure

Posted on August 4, 2017 by Julia Tomiak / 3 Comments

Have you done something remarkable this summer? You really should.

Who I Am

A Fun Quote for You

Posted on July 28, 2017 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

I always loved Calvin and Hobbes...

Improving vocabulary

Translating Teen Speak: Meme

Posted on July 19, 2017 by Julia Tomiak / 10 Comments

Do you know what a meme is? Do you even know how to say it correctly? Let me help...

Bakery
Improving vocabulary

Vocab from a Cafe: Bibble

Posted on July 12, 2017 by Julia Tomiak / 1 Comment

Do you know people who bibble? I bet you do. Find out what it means today...

How to encourage reading/Recommended kid lit

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?

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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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