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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 Was Your Favorite Book of 2015?

Posted on December 4, 2015 by Julia Tomiak / 23 Comments

If you're like me, you need book suggestions for gift ideas as well as for escape during the cold months ahead. Help me build my favorites list and you'll ente...

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My Favorite Things of 2015

Posted on December 1, 2015 by Julia Tomiak / 5 Comments

Some of my favorite things - consider it a gift guide.

Wondrous Words Wednesday
Improving vocabulary

Meditations on Gratitude

Posted on November 25, 2015 by Julia Tomiak / 5 Comments

On Thanksgiving Eve, a word nerdy look at gratitude. Do you think it's the secret to happiness?

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Five Young Adult Books You Should Read

Posted on November 20, 2015 by Julia Tomiak / 9 Comments

If you love YA, I've got some great suggestions for you. Some are serious, some are fun, all are good.

Improving vocabulary

Vocab from The Glass Cage: Welter

Posted on November 18, 2015 by Julia Tomiak / 5 Comments

I came across "welter" while reading The Glass Cage, and all I could think of was "welterweight". This form of welter has nothing to do with boxing... more lik...

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Book Suggestions from the Goodreads Choice Awards

Posted on November 13, 2015 by Julia Tomiak / 16 Comments

My book club is meeting next week, and we're choosing our books for 2016. I need ideas! The Goodreads Choice Awards can help me - and you too.

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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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