Vocabulary from Sherlock: Ostensible
Do you know what ostensible means? Learn more about a word that Sherlock taught me...
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.
Vocab from Ann Voskamp: Carapace
Welcome to Wondrous Words Wednesday, a meme for sharing new words learned while reading or just some old favorites. Visit Kathy at Bermuda Onion for more vocab...
What Is a Split Infinitive, Anyway?
Do split infinitives trouble you? Find out what they are and if they are acceptable in speaking and writing.
What Does Debrief Mean?
Last week we had a word nerd debate about the proper use of the word "debrief." Do you know what it means? Come get nerdy with me.
What Is Your Screen Time to Reading Ratio?
How much time do you spend on screens versus reading? A recent study about kids, summer, and time spent reading has me fired up.
Vocabulary from Gardening: Hermetically
I encountered a strange word while gardening: hermetically. Stop by to learn what it means.