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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.
Appreciating Poetry

What is Jazz Poetry?

Posted on April 18, 2014 by Julia Tomiak / 1 Comment

My guest, poet Michelle Pond, stops by to introduce us to jazz poetry. Come swing with her!

Wondrous Words Wednesday
Improving vocabulary

Vocabulary for the Exhausted: Logy

Posted on April 16, 2014 by Julia Tomiak / 2 Comments

I'm on a LONG field trip across Virginia, and I've got the perfect adjective to describe myself. Learn something with me, even though I'm tired!

Appreciating Poetry

How Poetry Keeps Us Connected

Posted on April 11, 2014 by Julia Tomiak / 4 Comments

My guest J. Lynn Sheridan shares how poetry can help us cope and keep us connected. Join us!

Wondrous Words Wednesday
How to encourage reading/Improving vocabulary

What is a Holacracy?

Posted on April 9, 2014 by Julia Tomiak / 11 Comments

Have you ever heard of a holacracy? This unorthodox structure system could be the hot management trend for 2014. Let me explain...

Appreciating Poetry/How to encourage reading

Why Memorizing Poetry is Good For You: Get Started!

Posted on April 4, 2014 by Julia Tomiak / 10 Comments

April is National Poetry Month! I'll tell you the benefits of memorizing poems and where to find some good ones.

Improving vocabulary

Word Nerd Vocabulary Quiz, Spring Edition

Posted on April 2, 2014 by Julia Tomiak / 9 Comments

Spring is here! To celebrate, I'm giving stuff away. Try out my vocabulary quiz to enter. It's just three questions- you can ace it!

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