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Why You Should Read Gone Girl Before Seeing the Movie

Posted on September 12, 2014 by Julia Tomiak / 5 Comments

Gone Girl, the movie, comes out in a few weeks. Have you read the book yet? You must!

Appreciating Poetry

How to Appreciate Poetry: A Word Nerd’s Guide

Posted on June 20, 2014 by Julia Tomiak / 3 Comments

Don't let poetry intimidate you! I give some basics for appreciating poetry and resources to learn more.

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What You Need to Know About Divergent Before You See the Movie

Posted on March 21, 2014 by Julia Tomiak / 10 Comments

A little background on the book Divergent before you race out to see that cute new actor, Theo James.

Improving vocabulary

Factions Vocabulary from Divergent

Posted on November 6, 2013 by Julia Tomiak / 17 Comments

Welcome to Wondrous Words Wednesday, a chance to meet other word nerds and improve your vocabulary at the same time!  Awesome!  Stop by bermudaonion.net to find...

Improving vocabulary

Vocab from Jerry Maguire: Truculent

Posted on October 9, 2013 by Julia Tomiak / 8 Comments

Welcome to Wondrous Words Wednesday, a meme perfect for word nerds like me.  For links to more interesting words, visit Kathy over at Bermudaonion.net. My word ...

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