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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.
reflexive pronouns
Improving grammar

How to Use the Pronoun “Myself”

Posted on March 10, 2017 by Julia Tomiak / 14 Comments

Is it correct grammar to say, "Jean, Val, and myself went to the party"? The Word Nerd explains the proper use of myself and other reflexive pronouns.

Who I Am

Why You Shouldn’t Fear Birthdays

Posted on February 28, 2017 by Julia Tomiak / 6 Comments

Birthdays... do you love them or fear them? I share why I think we should embrace them...

Book reviews

What I Liked (and Didn’t) About The Nightingale

Posted on February 22, 2017 by Julia Tomiak / 9 Comments

For a WWII story, I liked The Nightingale but prefer All the Light We Cannot See. What did you think of these two novels?

How to spell gray vs. grey
Improving vocabulary/News from book business

Gray or Grey: Which is Correct?

Posted on February 10, 2017 by Julia Tomiak / 8 Comments

How do you spell gray, with an "a" or an "e"? The Word Nerd explains...

Do small things with great love
Who I Am

Do Small Things With Great Love

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

How a sad occasion, my aunt's funeral, inspired joy.

Book reviews

Why You Should Read A Man Called Ove

Posted on January 27, 2017 by Julia Tomiak / 5 Comments

If you like a good character novel, you'll enjoy A Man Called Ove, by Fredrik Backman

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