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Category: How to encourage reading

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Five books to improve perspective

Posted on July 1, 2021 by Julia Tomiak / 3 Comments

Here are five great books to help you broaden your perspective on race, privilege, and how to best help other people.

books for new hobbies to try
How to encourage reading

Hobby books to spruce up your shelves

Posted on March 15, 2021 by Julia Tomiak / 6 Comments

Peruse this helpful infographic for ideas on decor, home improvement and gardening... just in time for spring!

Book reviews/How to encourage reading

Word Nerd Gift Recommendations 2020

Posted on December 11, 2020 by Julia Tomiak / 8 Comments

Need some Word Nerdy gift ideas? I've got you covered!

How to encourage reading/News from book business

World reading habits in 2020

Posted on November 13, 2020 by Julia Tomiak / 2 Comments

Which country read the most during 2020? NOT the United States, I'm sad to say. Find more interesting stats about reading on the blog...

Book reviews/How to encourage reading

Great listening for your summer road trip

Posted on July 3, 2020 by Julia Tomiak / 2 Comments

Traveling this summer? Here are five listening suggestions to help the time pass!

How to encourage reading

How to complete a summer reading challenge

Posted on June 26, 2020 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

Want to do more reading this summer - especially since we're still kinda in quarantine? My guest shares some interesting reading challenges.

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