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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.
Improving vocabulary

Vocabulary from Gone Girl: Apotheosis

Posted on May 21, 2014 by Julia Tomiak / 10 Comments

Amy Dunne, one of the main characters of Gone Girl, is wicked smart. She taught me a new word: apotheosis. Do you know what it means?

How to encourage reading

Why We Should Be Generous With Books

Posted on May 16, 2014 by Julia Tomiak / 11 Comments

How I learned to let go of my possessive tendencies and start sharing the things I love- books! How do you feel about sharing your books?

Improving vocabulary

Vocabulary from Gone Girl: Wastrel

Posted on May 14, 2014 by Julia Tomiak / 6 Comments

Have you ever known a wastrel? I hope not! Let me tell you about wastrel, another vocab term from Gone Girl.

Awesome Young Adult Books/How to encourage reading/Recommended kid lit

Great Reading Suggestions from Children’s Book Week

Posted on May 9, 2014 by Julia Tomiak / 5 Comments

Children's Book Week promotes something dear to my heart: reading! See how you can participate and get some great kid lit recommendations.

Improving vocabulary

Vocabulary from Gone Girl: Misogynistic

Posted on May 7, 2014 by Julia Tomiak / 9 Comments

Word nerd word of the week: misogynistic. Learn something today with me and Gone Girl.

Book reviews/How to encourage reading

Five Books to Give for Mother’s Day

Posted on May 2, 2014 by Julia Tomiak / 12 Comments

Looking for Mother's Day gift ideas? I've got micro reviews of five books that would be perfect!

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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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