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Category: How to encourage reading

How to encourage reading/News from book business

Three Bookish Gifts Ideas for the Holidays

Posted on December 5, 2014 by Julia Tomiak / 12 Comments

Unique gift ideas for the word nerds in your life. Come see books turned into art!

How to encourage reading

The Meaning Behind the Word “Discipline”

Posted on November 12, 2014 by Julia Tomiak / 17 Comments

As I disciplined a child this morning, I tried hard to remember that the word means more than just "punishment". Let me expound...

How to encourage reading/News from book business

Four Ways to Get Books To Kids in Need

Posted on November 7, 2014 by Julia Tomiak / 3 Comments

If you or someone you know needs help getting books for kids in need, this post is a must. I share resources and tips for promoting reading.

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Awesome Young Adult Books/How to encourage reading

Four Ways to Get Teens to Read

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

When I heard my daughter's friend say he doesn't read, I was sad, and inspired. I'm determined to find something he will like. Join me as I share tips and res...

Awesome Young Adult Books/Favorite Authors/How to encourage reading

Four Books for Your Teenage Son: A Preview

Posted on September 19, 2014 by Julia Tomiak / 8 Comments

I need to get my hands on some books my 14-year-old son will like, and fast, before I lose him completely to Clash of Clans. I did my research and have a few i...

Awesome Young Adult Books/How to encourage reading/Improving grammar

Why We Shouldn’t Use Grammar to Condemn

Posted on September 5, 2014 by Julia Tomiak / 8 Comments

Do you pride yourself on being a "Grammar Nazi"? Grammar Girl Mignon Fogarty helped me realize the pitfalls of feeling grammatically superior.

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