Hi, I’m Paul and thank you for visiting Pomaka.com.
I created this website to support English foreign language (EFL) learners and educators. The content is original and based on my personal experiences in language teaching, language learning, and language research.
While I try to cover a range of topics, there is a focus on extensive reading (ER), spoken language (including related vocabulary, phrases, strategies, and pronunciation), and language self-study tips and strategies.
All of the (non-teaching-related) monthly posts are now graded by appoximate reading level, so learners can also use the content as a free reading resource. More on Pomaka reading levels.
I also write and publish graded readers, run online English courses, and provide customized publishing services to academic institutions and corporations.
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More about Paul
Paul has over 25 years of experience in foreign language education including teaching a range of courses and learner types. He has also worked in related fields including curriculum and resource development, and language testing.
Paul is currently working as an associate professor in the English language program at a Japanese national university. He has an MA in applied linguistics (distinction) from the University of Birmingham and the Cambridge CELTA (Pass A).
Paul has authored a number of English graded readers including the popular Language Learning Tips series (published by HALICO, edited by Andy Boon) and the Breaking Free: The University Diaries series (published by Pomaka). More recently, his Dark Lights series became a finalist for a Language Learner Literature Award (2026). He has also spoken at reading and writing events as a guest author.
On a personal level, Paul has extensive experience studying languages, including achieving JLPT N1 (Level 1) in Japanese.
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