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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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What’s the Story Behind Homecoming?

Posted on October 7, 2016 by Julia Tomiak / 8 Comments

How all the Homecoming hype - from pep rallies to parades - got started.

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Banned Book Review: Lord of the Flies

Posted on September 30, 2016 by Julia Tomiak / 8 Comments

A review for Banned Books Week - the often challenged Lord of the Flies. It's a good classic. You should read it.

How to encourage reading/News from book business

Banned Books Week Infographic

Posted on September 27, 2016 by Julia Tomiak / 4 Comments

Readers.com has created a fascinating infographic with pertinent information for Banned Books Week. Check it out!

Who I Am

Who I Am: Lifelong Nerd

Posted on September 20, 2016 by Julia Tomiak / 21 Comments

For this month's installment of the Who I Am project, a look at my educational history. It's long.

Improving vocabulary

What Is Aquafaba?

Posted on September 14, 2016 by Julia Tomiak / 5 Comments

An unusual cooking tip from the Word Nerd...

Who I Am

San Francisco: Travel Info and Advice

Posted on September 9, 2016 by Julia Tomiak / 4 Comments

We had a fabulous time exploring the hills of San Francisco. The Word Nerd shares some more travel tips...

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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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