Amy Finley

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Location
Jackson, SC
School
Cleveland State University
Expertise
Family Meals, Healthy Recipes, Vegetarianism
  • Amy Finley is an experienced writer and editor of lifestyle content, including food and recipes.
  • As a mom of four, she's spent thousands of hours in the kitchen cooking, baking, and making original recipes for her family.
  • Her master's thesis involved critical analysis of postcolonial literature and included thematic exploration of food as analogous to identity and culture.

Experience

A writer, editor, and content strategist with over 15 years of experience in digital media, Amy is passionate about providing accurate, engaging information that provides valuable insight to readers. She specializes in lifestyle content, including food and drink, parenting, wellness, entertainment, education, and more. She has worked for a wide range of publications, including LoveToKnow Media, Consumer Affairs, and BestReviews.com, as well as written and edited business web content and copy for a range of industries.
One of her real-life passions is creating healthy, delicious food that's quick and easy to make; she also loves making copycat recipes of restaurant favorites at home for her family at a fraction of the price. One of her specialties is an at-home version of The Cheesecake Factor's Chicken Madeira. She also has a special interest in vegetarian recipes and food safety. She received the Quinlivan-Burke award for excellence in writing during college and continues to be driven by curiosity and a desire for impactful writing.

Education

Amy holds a Master of Arts in English from Cleveland State University, as well as a B.A. in English and an A.A. in liberal arts.
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Our mission is to publish knowledgeable, engaging articles to give readers the information they're looking for, whether that is the news of the day or cooking tips, tricks, and trends. We also bring you recipes you can depend on, as well as reviews and recommendations. In an effort to provide the most comprehensive, current, and accurate content, our team is constantly reviewing and updating articles as necessary. Additional information on our editorial process available here.

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