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Four Ways to Get Teens to Read

Posted on October 10, 2014 by Julia Tomiak / 4 Comments

When I heard my daughter's friend say he doesn't read, I was sad, and inspired. I'm determined to find something he will like. Join me as I share tips and res...

Awesome Young Adult Books/Favorite Authors/How to encourage reading

Four Books for Your Teenage Son: A Preview

Posted on September 19, 2014 by Julia Tomiak / 8 Comments

I need to get my hands on some books my 14-year-old son will like, and fast, before I lose him completely to Clash of Clans. I did my research and have a few i...

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.

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Why Not Try a Graphic Novel

Posted on October 12, 2012 by Julia Tomiak / 14 Comments

How do you get an unenthusiastic reader to take interest in a classic piece of literature?  Or Greek mythology?  Or the anatomy of the eye? Try a graphic novel....

How to encourage reading

Offer a Magazine to a Reluctant Reader

Posted on August 24, 2012 by Julia Tomiak / 8 Comments

You might not expect a word nerd to say this, but I respect the fact that not everyone loves books like I do.  However, I do believe everyone needs to be able t...

How to encourage reading

Great Read Alouds: The Hobbit

Posted on August 17, 2012 by Julia Tomiak / 14 Comments

My youngest child turns six soon.  In fact, I just dropped him off for his first day of kindergarten.  He was ready, I was ready, but when he leaned over, squee...

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