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Category: How to encourage reading

How to encourage reading/Improving vocabulary

Vocabulary from A Thousand Acres: Laconic

Posted on January 30, 2013 by Julia Tomiak / 6 Comments

Could a man be both laconic and garrulous? Read my post with vocab from the novel A Thousand Acres to find out. Then try my word nerd workout!

How to encourage reading

How to Use Goodreads: Adding Books

Posted on January 25, 2013 by Julia Tomiak / 24 Comments

Are you worried that adding books to a Goodreads profile will take up hours of time? Fear not! I've done the research and you can update your online library ...

Book reviews/How to encourage reading/Recommended kid lit

Why I Love Artemis Fowl

Posted on January 18, 2013 by Julia Tomiak / 12 Comments

Artemis Fowl inspires awe and fear. Read more about this interesting character and his middle grade book series.

How to encourage reading/News from book business/Words and Technology

How to Use Goodreads: A Guide for Word Nerds

Posted on January 4, 2013 by Julia Tomiak / 34 Comments

Do you use Goodreads yet? Every word nerd should. My quick suggestions for getting the most out of Goodreads.

How to encourage reading/News from book business

Three Reasons Why Amazon Prime is Worth It

Posted on January 4, 2013 by Julia Tomiak / 16 Comments

Personal experience has proved that the Amazon Prime membership pays for itself. Let me explain why.

Book reviews/How to encourage reading

Why You Must Read The Time Traveler’s Wife

Posted on December 28, 2012 by Julia Tomiak / 12 Comments

Have you read The Time Traveler's Wife? You should! My glowing recommendation for this novel about love that endures despite the destructive affects of time. ...

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