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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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A Holiday Gift: You Don’t Have to Be Perfect

Posted on December 16, 2016 by Julia Tomiak / 6 Comments

Instead of gift ideas for word nerds, I'm giving you something more important this year.

Book reviews/How to encourage reading

Favorite Books of 2016

Posted on December 12, 2016 by Julia Tomiak / 8 Comments

From memoir to kidlit, I've got a great list of reading suggestions to give as gifts or enjoy for yourself! Happy reading!

Improving vocabulary

The Underestimated Power of Stationery

Posted on December 7, 2016 by Julia Tomiak / 19 Comments

The Word Nerd makes an argument for hand written letters and suggests a gift idea.

Book reviews/How to encourage reading

What Was Your Favorite Book of 2016?

Posted on December 2, 2016 by Julia Tomiak / 21 Comments

The Word Nerd is collecting book recommendations to create a giant gift list. Add a title to the suggestions and earn the opportunity to win a new book for you...

How to encourage reading/News from book business

Another Reason to Join Goodreads: E-book Deals

Posted on November 22, 2016 by Julia Tomiak / 4 Comments

You're rushed for time, but you need a book to escape the holiday crazy. Goodreads has some deals on e-books for you!

Who I Am

Medicine for My Soul

Posted on November 15, 2016 by Julia Tomiak / 9 Comments

What is medicine to your soul? The Word Nerd shares the things that fill her spirit with joy.

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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.

Contact me at headnerd at juliatomiak dot com.

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