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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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The Anxious Generation offers helpful ideas for teen mental health

Posted on September 6, 2024 by Julia Tomiak / 1 Comment

The Anxious Generation offers explanations and suggestions for parents and educators who want to promote healthy phone use

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Who I Am

Three reasons why you should visit gorgeous Acadia National Park

Posted on August 24, 2024 by Julia Tomiak / 1 Comment

I've never visited Acadia , but am so glad I did this summer. Breathtaking scenery is just one reason to go...

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Book reviews

Seven fabulous book recs from my summer reading exploits

Posted on August 16, 2024 by Julia Tomiak / 1 Comment

I've listened to/ read several books this summer. Let me recommend some of my favorites to you...

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Curious terms from the news you might wanna know

Posted on August 2, 2024 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

When I hear an unfamiliar phrase, I have to dig into it. This week, I have TWO! Both heard in recent news stories, and one is about women in sports!

Book reviews

I finally read Hillbilly Elegy; now I understand the controversy

Posted on July 24, 2024 by Julia Tomiak / 7 Comments

It's taken me too long, but I finally read Hillbilly Elegy, just in time for JD Vance's nomination to the Republican ticket. Here are my thoughts...

Who I Am

How Boston’s Freedom Trail inspired me, just in time for July

Posted on July 5, 2024 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

On a recent trip to Boston, I learned much about the patriots of the American Revolution that I'd never realized before. Let me share...

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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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