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Book reviews/How to encourage reading

What Was Your Favorite Book of 2016?

Posted on December 2, 2016 by Julia Tomiak / 21 Comments

The Word Nerd is collecting book recommendations to create a giant gift list. Add a title to the suggestions and earn the opportunity to win a new book for you...

How to encourage reading/News from book business

Another Reason to Join Goodreads: E-book Deals

Posted on November 22, 2016 by Julia Tomiak / 4 Comments

You're rushed for time, but you need a book to escape the holiday crazy. Goodreads has some deals on e-books for you!

How to encourage reading/News from book business

A New Way to Read Cheap: Amazon Prime Reading

Posted on October 11, 2016 by Julia Tomiak / 2 Comments

Love to read but don't want to spend a fortune? Amazon Prime has another fabulous benefit- 1,000+ books and magazines for Prime members to download.

How to encourage reading/News from book business

Banned Books Week Infographic

Posted on September 27, 2016 by Julia Tomiak / 4 Comments

Readers.com has created a fascinating infographic with pertinent information for Banned Books Week. Check it out!

How to encourage reading/Words and Technology

How Technology Has Changed How Children Discover Reading

Posted on July 15, 2016 by Julia Tomiak / 4 Comments

Technology is a blessing and a curse; on the plus side, it's made reading more accessible for many kids. Learn how.

How to encourage reading

How to Save a Wet Book

Posted on June 24, 2016 by Julia Tomiak / 9 Comments

Yikes! The ocean (or the water bottle) got your book! The Word Nerd can help.

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