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Vocabulary from Otherborn: Untenable

Posted on January 15, 2014 by Julia Tomiak / 16 Comments

Do you know this word I found in Anna Silver's YA novel Otherborn?

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What Were the Best Books of 2013?

Posted on January 3, 2014 by Julia Tomiak / 3 Comments

Let me help you find your next read. In this post I share three excellent book lists with titles for every reading preference.

How to encourage reading

Wondrous Words for Christmas

Posted on December 25, 2013 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

My Christmas words in an image for you. Have a wonderful holiday!

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Readers Favorite Books of 2013

Posted on December 20, 2013 by Julia Tomiak / 4 Comments

I’m honored that you’re pausing in your busy holiday preparations to visit the Word Nerd.  If you’re looking for something good to read after ...

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How to Find Gifts for Book Lovers and Word Nerds

Posted on December 6, 2013 by Julia Tomiak / 2 Comments

Have you finished your holiday shopping yet?   I haven’t.  In fact, right now I’m on vacation, hopefully shooting awesome pictures on a black sand b...

How to encourage reading/Improving vocabulary

What is a Frieze?

Posted on December 4, 2013 by Julia Tomiak / 5 Comments

Welcome to Wondrous Words Wednesday, a great meme from Kathy at Bermudaonion.net if you want to learn new words.  My kids are even in on the game.  Last night, ...

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