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What you need to know about E Lockhart’s upcoming YA release, We Fell Apart

Posted on July 15, 2025 by Julia Tomiak / 1 Comment

We Fell Apart mixes intrigue with family dysfunction for a solid, but not my favorite, contemporary YA novel. Will be released Nov 2025.

Favorite Authors/How to encourage reading/Recommended kid lit

Hidden Passages, Nooks & Crannies, and a Giveaway

Posted on June 12, 2015 by Julia Tomiak / 11 Comments

Your kids need books to read this summer, and Tabitha Crum has a mystery to solve. Win a free copy of Jessica Lawson's new middle grade release, Nooks and Crann...

Book reviews/Favorite Authors

Seniors Sleuth: A Cozy Mystery for Fun Reading

Posted on May 15, 2015 by Julia Tomiak / 7 Comments

Do you know what a cozy mystery is? I explain, and recommend one written by my friend Jennifer Chow. Come learn about a great "beach read."

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Why You Should Read The Cuckoo’s Calling

Posted on February 6, 2015 by Julia Tomiak / 5 Comments

J K Rowling is publishing more books, but don't expect wizards or flying broomsticks. Read on to learn more about Rowling's new detective series, why she chose...

Improving vocabulary

Vocab from The Cuckoo’s Calling: Portentous

Posted on January 7, 2015 by Julia Tomiak / 7 Comments

A new Wondrous Word for the momentous occasion of a New Year: portentous. Know what it means? Come learn with me.

Improving vocabulary

Vocab from The Cuckoo’s Calling: Vituperative

Posted on December 17, 2014 by Julia Tomiak / 8 Comments

Have you ever known a vituperative person? Not sure? Come learn a new word with me.

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