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Amanda Prahl

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A playwright/lyricist, dramaturg, teacher, copywriter/editor, and freelancer, Amanda Prahl loves all things pop culture and has strong opinions about coffee, Broadway, books, and Oxford commas. She's been a freelance writer since 2016, earned both a BA and an MFA, and is always in search of great stories — wherever they can be found. Her bylines also appear on Slate, Bustle, Mic, The Mary Sue, and others.

Latest Posts From Amanda

These 16 Romance Books Prove It's Never Too Late For a Second Chance at Love

12/01/2023

These 16 Romance Books Prove It's Never Too Late For a Second Chance at Love

Who doesn't love the idea of a second chance at love?

Confused by the Marvel Cinematic Universe? Here's How to Watch Every MCU Movie and Show

11/06/2023

Confused by the Marvel Cinematic Universe? Here's How to Watch Every MCU Movie and Show

It's hard to believe that the Marvel Cinematic Universe has been around for 15 years.

Don't Miss a Single Phase 5 Marvel Movie or TV Show With This Complete Schedule

11/06/2023

Don't Miss a Single Phase 5 Marvel Movie or TV Show With This Complete Schedule

"Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania" officially kicked off Marvel's Phase 5 in February, and there's still a lot to come.

Ncuti Gatwa's Best Movie and TV Show Roles, Including "Sex Education" and "Barbie"

11/04/2023

Ncuti Gatwa's Best Movie and TV Show Roles, Including "Sex Education" and "Barbie"

There's no doubt about it: Ncuti Gatwa is having a bit of a moment.

Riz Ahmed's Wife, Fatima Farheen Mirza, Is Ridiculously Impressive

11/03/2023

Riz Ahmed's Wife, Fatima Farheen Mirza, Is Ridiculously Impressive

Riz Ahmed and Fatima Farheen Mirza are one of the most under-the-radar couples in Hollywood.

What to Know About the Novel That Inspired "The Buccaneers" TV Show

11/03/2023

What to Know About the Novel That Inspired "The Buccaneers" TV Show

Apple TV+ is getting back in the period-drama game with "The Buccaneers," a new series that is — somewhat loosely — based on the Edith Wharton novel of the same name.

22 Enemies-to-Lovers Books That Turn Rivalry to Romance

11/02/2023

22 Enemies-to-Lovers Books That Turn Rivalry to Romance

Of all the popular tropes present in romance books, enemies-to-lovers is definitely one of the most popular, and with good reason!

Everything You've Ever Wondered About Mark Ruffalo's 3 Kids, Keen, Bella, and Odette

11/02/2023

Everything You've Ever Wondered About Mark Ruffalo's 3 Kids, Keen, Bella, and Odette

Mark Ruffalo has a full house with his three kids — Keen, Bella, and Odette.

TikTok Has Spoken: You Need to Read These 34 Books ASAP

11/01/2023

TikTok Has Spoken: You Need to Read These 34 Books ASAP

If you haven't taken a deep dive into BookTok, what are you waiting for?

Elvis and Priscilla Presley's Controversial Relationship, Explained

11/01/2023

Elvis and Priscilla Presley's Controversial Relationship, Explained

Many think of Elvis and Priscilla Presley as one of the biggest love stories in music history, but the truth is a lot more complicated than that — especially when it comes to how they met.

A Timeline of Greta Gerwig and Noah Baumbach's Relationship

10/30/2023

A Timeline of Greta Gerwig and Noah Baumbach's Relationship

Greta Gerwig and Noah Baumbach are definitely one of Hollywood's most influential and successful power couples.

Yes, Taissa and Vera Farmiga Are Related — What We Know About the Sister Duo

10/27/2023

Yes, Taissa and Vera Farmiga Are Related — What We Know About the Sister Duo

Hollywood has always been full of famous families.