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A Great Audio Book for Holiday Travel

Posted on November 21, 2017 by Julia Tomiak / 4 Comments

If you like fantasty/ adventure that will appeal to the entire family, I have a book for you! Just in time for holiday travel.

How to encourage reading/Recommended kid lit

Vacation Reading Ideas

Posted on June 28, 2017 by Julia Tomiak / 7 Comments

I'm packing up for vacation, which of course includes books! I've got a few ideas, but I'm taking suggestions...

Book reviews/How to encourage reading/Recommended kid lit

Audio Books for the Family Road Trip

Posted on May 13, 2016 by Julia Tomiak / 7 Comments

Need some family friendly books to listen to on a long road trip? The Word Nerd recommends...

Book reviews/How to encourage reading/Recommended kid lit

Where To Find Good Books

Posted on January 29, 2016 by Julia Tomiak / 7 Comments

Where do you go to find new books to read? I share all of my favorite places.

Favorite Authors/Favorite Characters/How to encourage reading/Recommended kid lit

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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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.

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