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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.
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7 Must Read Books for Autumn

Posted on October 25, 2019 by Julia Tomiak / 3 Comments

Recommended reading for fall - suspenseful but not scary!

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Improving vocabulary

What does “quid pro quo” mean?

Posted on October 9, 2019 by Julia Tomiak / 2 Comments

Did Trump engage in "quid pro quo"? I don't know, but now at least I know what quid pro quo means!

Book reviews

Why You Must Read Where the Crawdads Sing

Posted on October 4, 2019 by Julia Tomiak / 2 Comments

A great read!

Banned Books Week 2019 via ALA
How to encourage reading

Banned Books Around the World

Posted on September 25, 2019 by Julia Tomiak / 2 Comments

It's 2019 and books are still being banned in the US and around the world. Check out an interesting infographic. #BannedBooksWeek

Awesome Young Adult Books/Favorite Authors

A new fantasy to read: STORMRISE

Posted on September 24, 2019 by Julia Tomiak / 4 Comments

Check out the new release by an awesome author who supports the writing community (including me!) STORMRISE by Jillian Boehme

Improving vocabulary

What does ignominious mean?

Posted on September 11, 2019 by Julia Tomiak / 2 Comments

An impressive word for a serious issue in our country, perfect for the anniversary of 9/11.

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I believe in the power of words, and I like helping people find interesting and inspiring words to read. Follow me for tips on grammar, word etymology, what books to read, and more. Member SCBWI.

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