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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.
Digital Wellness Day May 3
Words and Technology

Evaluate your technology use today for Digital Wellness Day!

Posted on May 3, 2024 by Julia Tomiak / 2 Comments

Today is Digital Wellness Day, and I share tips to help you "Digitally Flourish!" ;)

Graphic with book cover of When These Mountains Burn by David Joy
Book reviews

David Joy offers nuance and grit in Appalachian novel

Posted on April 26, 2024 by Julia Tomiak / 1 Comment

A gritty, fast paced read that explores the opioid epidemic from multiple viewpoints. Powerful and insightful.

Who I Am

Finding ways to manage anxiety in 2024

Posted on April 20, 2024 by Julia Tomiak / 8 Comments

2024 has the potential to be a stressful year. Here's how I'm managing my anxiety. Books play a role, of course!

Appreciating Poetry

Advice from Poet Laureate Ada Limon for National Poetry Month

Posted on April 5, 2024 by Julia Tomiak / 2 Comments

Good advice for poets, creatives, pretty much anyone- find the silence. Ideas for celebrating National Poetry Month.

Improving vocabulary

Inspiration via a new word this holiday weekend: eudemonia

Posted on March 29, 2024 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

Know what eudemonia means? An interesting word to contemplate during Holy Week, and if you are interested in happiness.

Who I Am

Renewed faith in humanity: My angel on the Amtrak

Posted on March 22, 2024 by Julia Tomiak / 3 Comments

With many discouraging posts in our news feed, we can lose faith in our fellow man. Today I share a story of a stranger on the Amtrak who gave me new hope in hu...

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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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