Emily Weaver

Title: Freelance Writer

Location: New York, NY

Education: Double major in Journalism & Mass Communications and Sports Studies from the University of Iowa

Expertise: Pop culture and trending news

Experience:

Since becoming a contributing writer in 2019, Emily has developed significant experience covering viral pop culture moments and trending news topics in the health and wellness space, while also writing about mental health, relationships, and smarter living. She joined Best Life in 2023 as a news contributor, writing for the brand’s travel, wellness, and entertainment verticals.

When Emily isn’t breaking down the latest news about Costco or the best travel hacks, she’s running Scary Mommy Book Club. As a contributing book club editor, she manages the club’s social media platforms, writes original book-related stories, and conducts interviews with authors.

A proud Iowa alum, Emily’s work has been featured on PEOPLE, Better Homes & Gardens, Real Simple, POPSUGAR, HelloGiggles, Scary Mommy, and more.

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Target storefront with a light green background

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Dollar General storefront with a red and white background

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Five Below store with a colorful swirl background

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Dollar General store with green dollar signs background

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Harbor Freight store with a light blue background

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Tractor Supply store with a green and teal striped background

11 Best Tractor Supply Sales Starting This Week

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Home Depot store with a teal and yellow background

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Walmart store with a light blue and white background

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Old Navy store with a color burst background

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IKEA store with a colorful swirl background

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11 Best New World Market Spring Home Finds

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Target store with a blue light background

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Five Below store with a smiley face background

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Kirkland's Home store with a light blue striped background

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Costco store with a yellow striped background

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Dollar General store with a pastel swirl background

Dollar General store with a pastel swirl background

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Lowe's store with a bright blue and green striped background

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Ulta Beauty store with an orange background

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Five Below store with a yellow and blue background

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Target store with a pastel zigzag background

11 Best New Target Spring Home Finds

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