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.

Kohl's store with a light green and blue plaid background

Kohl's store with a light green and blue plaid background

11 Best New Kohl's Bedroom Finds

Shop Egyptian cotton sheets, quilted pillows, and more.

Five Below store with an orange sun background

Five Below store with an orange sun background

11 Best New Five Below Spring Break Finds

Including Supergoop sunscreen dupes.

Hobby Lobby store with a St. Patrick's Day background

Hobby Lobby store with a St. Patrick's Day background

11 Best New Hobby Lobby St. Patrick's Day Finds

Everything is $12 or less.

Costco store with a blue swirl background

Costco store with a blue swirl background

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Shop bedding, outdoor furniture, and kitchenware.

Michaels store with an Easter egg and chick background

Michaels store with an Easter egg and chick background

11 Best New Michaels Easter Finds

We found lots of cute kitchenware.

Five Below store with a bright colorful background

Five Below store with a bright colorful background

11 Best Five Below New Arrivals This Week

Everything is $25 or less.

Five Below store with an Easter egg background

Five Below store with an Easter egg background

11 Best New Five Below Easter Finds

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Walmart store with a purple starry night background

Walmart store with a purple starry night background

11 New Spring PJ Sets From Walmart and Target

Get your bedtime routine back on track.

Michael's store with a tulip background

Michael's store with a tulip background

11 Best New Michaels Spring Home Finds

We’re eyeing the ceramic berry baskets.

Family Dollar store with a teal green background

Family Dollar store with a teal green background

11 Best New Family Dollar Finds This Week

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Sam's Club sign with a teal and bright green background

Sam's Club sign with a teal and bright green background

11 Best New Sam’s Club Easter Finds

Including candy, wreaths, and tabletop decor.

Target store with a green swirl background

Target store with a green swirl background

11 Best New Target Spring Home Finds

Shop kitchenware, linens, furniture, and decor.

Dollar General sign with an Easter egg background

Dollar General sign with an Easter egg background

11 Best New Dollar General Easter Finds

Almost everything is $2 or less.

Walmart store with a pastel yellow background

Walmart store with a pastel yellow background

11 Best New Walmart Spring Home Finds

Shop table decor, artwork, lighting, and more.

Five Below store with a bright pink background

Five Below store with a bright pink background

11 Best Five Below New Arrivals This Week

Including skincare, pool toys, and crafts.

Harbor Freight store with a yellow background

Harbor Freight store with a yellow background

11 Best Harbor Freight Sales Starting This Week

Save up to $100 during the retailer’s Presidents’ Day sale.

Costco store with a blue and yellow background

Costco store with a blue and yellow background

11 Best New Kirkland Items Hitting Costco Shelves

Shop body wash, apparel, bedding, and pet essentials.

11 Best New Kohl's Spring Homes Finds This Week

11 Best New Kohl's Spring Homes Finds This Week

11 Best New Kohl's Spring Homes Finds This Week

Prices start at just $7.

Sam's Club store with a pink background

Sam's Club store with a pink background

11 Best Sam's Club New Arrivals This Week

Almost everything is under $50.

Tractor Supply store with a red, white, and blue background

Tractor Supply store with a red, white, and blue background

11 Best Tractor Supply Presidents' Day Sales

Save up to $100 on hardware, tools, and BBQ gear.

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