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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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Improving vocabulary

What Does Fecund Mean?

Posted on August 12, 2015 by Julia Tomiak / 11 Comments

I came across a familiar but unknown word in my reading this week: fecund. This mother of four should know what it means! Do you? Let me explain...

Improving vocabulary

What’s an IPA?

Posted on August 7, 2015 by Julia Tomiak / 5 Comments

My kids are starting school, we're cramming in summer fun, and I haven't eaten a sit down meal in two days. No wonder my post today is about beer, specifically...

Wondrous Words Wednesday
Improving vocabulary

What Is Swag?

Posted on August 5, 2015 by Julia Tomiak / 9 Comments

Are you swag ? Do you know what it means? You might be surprised. This little word has tons of meanings.

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Why I Love The Ranger’s Apprentice

Posted on July 31, 2015 by Julia Tomiak / 3 Comments

Literally everyone I tell about The Ranger's Apprentice comes back to me with raving reviews. It's must read kid lit, for summer or any time! The audiobook is...

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What is a Susurration?

Posted on July 29, 2015 by Julia Tomiak / 8 Comments

Do you know what a susurration is? I heard it while listening to The Ranger's Apprentice and had to look it up. I'll tell you what I found out...

Wondrous Words Wednesday
Improving vocabulary

A Word Nerd’s Guide to Starbucks Sizes

Posted on July 22, 2015 by Julia Tomiak / 13 Comments

Do you know the difference between a Tall, Grande, and Venti? The Word Nerd explains the confusing sizes at Starbucks.

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