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Scary trend: Book challenges causing more self-censorship  

Posted on October 6, 2023 by Julia Tomiak / 5 Comments

Here's what increasing book challenges are doing to our school librarians.

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How to pronounce Appalachia, from one who lives here

Posted on September 29, 2023 by Julia Tomiak / 1 Comment

I've been livin' here for decades, so you can trust me to know how to say Appalachia correctly. Read a bit more about this rich region where I live.

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Posted on June 30, 2023 by Julia Tomiak / 4 Comments

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Where did spring get its name?

Posted on April 14, 2023 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

The Word Nerd explains why and when we started "springing time."

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Great content for when you are stuck at home sick

Posted on January 20, 2023 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

Stuck home sick? I've got some ideas to help you pass the time.

How to encourage reading

Favorite gift ideas for the holidays 2022

Posted on December 16, 2022 by Julia Tomiak / 4 Comments

Some of my favorite books from the year that will make great gifts this holiday season!

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