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Why You Should Read America’s First Daughter

Posted on April 6, 2018 by Julia Tomiak / 11 Comments

For fans of historical fiction or Thomas Jefferson, America's First Daughter is a must read!

Turtles All the Way Down
Awesome Young Adult Books/Book reviews/Favorite Authors

Why You Must Read Turtles All the Way Down

Posted on February 23, 2018 by Julia Tomiak / 5 Comments

Themes, motifs, and a hard look at reality make Green's latest release another winner. Read my full review.

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What I Didn’t Like About Fates and Furies

Posted on January 26, 2018 by Julia Tomiak / 11 Comments

Fates and Furies has received critical acclaim, but I just didn't like it. Here's why...

Book reviews/How to encourage reading/Recommended kid lit

Favorite Books of 2017

Posted on December 13, 2017 by Julia Tomiak / 2 Comments

It's here! This year's list of favorite books from Word Nerds like me! Check it out for gift giving ideas or just for yourself.

Book reviews/How to encourage reading/Recommended kid lit

What Was Your Favorite Book of 2017?

Posted on December 6, 2017 by Julia Tomiak / 10 Comments

Help me make an awesome list of gift ideas - share your favorite read from 2017 and enter a giveaway for a B & N gift card. It's a win-win!

Book reviews

Why You Must Read Year of Yes

Posted on December 1, 2017 by Julia Tomiak / 8 Comments

Overwhelmed with the looming holiday business? I've got a fun book for you!

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