What is a storm surge?
After years of hearing about hurricanes, I never understood what storm surge is. Now I think I've got it...
Author: Julia Tomiak
I believe in the power of words to improve our lives, and I help people find interesting words to read. Member of SCBWI.
3 Things You Must Do to Vote
This election has special challenges. Get ready now to vote.
Preserving our humanity
Humane behavior means compassionate behavior, and I don't think we're seeing enough of it. Why and how to preserve our humanity...
What is a health concierge?
Health insurance is complicated enough - and one place we don't need fancy words. Why Aetna shouldn't use "health concierge"
Which generation reads the most?
How do the generations compare in reading habits? Check out an interesting infographic with tons of Word Nerd info!
Embrace creativity in chaos
I’ve been very frustrated this week. We’re in the middle of a pandemic, which means there are fewer places I can go, and yet I still feel like I don...