Hi everyone! It’s been a hot minute since I sent out a newsletter. Dunno about you, but the new year started off with a bang and then I blinked and now somehow it’s the middle of March? Someone PLEASE slow the clock down!
The next few months are poised to maintain that momentum, and I’ve got a lot of fun things planned, including an upcoming trip to Peru (Sacred Valley area—would love to hear about your experience!) at the end of April, and then—EXCITING—a two-month stay in New York City starting in mid-May to escape the desert heat and mingle with apple-folk. (My husband and I are currently looking for a place to sublease if you have any leads, and also taking any and all reccs for food/events.) :)
For now, though, I’m working on an assortment of assignments and could really use your help!
Here’s what I’m working on right now. Please do not respond to this email, but instead send a fresh email to wendyrosegould@gmail.com with any solid fits. (Otherwise your email gets lost in the shuffle!)
Expert & Product Roundup Needs
Send the name of your expert and why they’re a fit for the topic. Please do not send commentary yet. For products, please include the product name, a 1-2 sentence blurb, and URL.
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Martha Stewart: Working on three image-focused roundups on the following topics: Gazebo Ideas, Beautiful Front Lawns, Patio Ideas. Please send the hi-res images (that your designer has secured permissions to use) along with the photographer and designer’s name.
Beauty & Skincare
Real Simple: Calling derms + skincare pros! Need help with the following topics: “How to Get Rid of a Zit Overnight,” “Is it bad to pop pimples?,” “What’s Up with Using Botox in Your Armpits?” and “Do you exfoliate before or after shaving?”
Real Simple: Hey hair + nail pros! Seeking commentary on a story with the working title “How to Speak Up at Salon If you Don’t Like It.”
Real Simple: Makeup friends, would love to garner your insights for the following stories: “What is a primer?” + “How to Apply Bronzer.”
Real Simple: Looking for an eyebrow threading expert to give me the rundown on what this is, what to know, etc.
Wellness
Verywell Mind: Seeking a dream expert to share what it means to dream about spiders.
Verywell Mind: Looking for LMFTs, credentialed life/business coaches to weigh in on a story with the working title “How to Crush Your Professional Development Goals.”
Verywell Mind: Seeking LMFTs + credentialed relationship pros to help with a story on love bombing that includes a helpful quiz.
Travel
Hearst Weekand: I’m working on a pretty big project for the site and seeking insider-y quotes on specific venues (I have a list). It’s just 2-3 sentences per venue, and the person sharing can be anyone (simply a local, someone in pr, tourism specialist, personality, influencer, writer, hospitality worker, etc.). The venues are located in the following four states: Wisconsin, Colorado, Maine, and Florida.
Pets
Chewy: Working on two straightforward lizard-related guides (food, 101) and would like to speak to a veterinarian who has expertise in the topic!
Fashion
Real Simple: Seeking pro fashion stylists to weigh in on two fun styling guides. The topics are “How To Styling Grandpacore Sneakers” + “Since Low-Rise Jeans Are Back, Here’s How to Style Them.”
Recent Clips.
These 20 Jewel Box Bathrooms are definitely making me want to give our little powder room a makeover!
Solid beauty products are a sustainable option—and they keep getting better.
How to *finally* let go of the past (easier said than done) and jump into your future.
Umm did you know you can teach a cat how to fetch? *pencils in saturday plans*
Experts say these 10 kitchen trends will never go out of style.
Thank you!