I’m kelly, a writer based in minneapolis/st.paul focused on popular culture, big emotions, and the complexities of real life.
I write a weekly newsletter called THE OPT OUT about womanhood without motherhood that was once described as “a letter from your wise but funny yet kind friend.”
Reality tv is my guiltiest pleasure and I am currently seeking representation for my debut novel, which I’d describe as DIVERGENT meets THE HANDMAID’S TALE, but give it a LOVE ISLAND twist.
WRITER & STORYTELLER
BIO and CREDENTIALS
I’ve been spilling my guts online since 2018 writing for cupcakes and cashmere, where I am currently the director of marketing.
I called los angeles home for over a decade before deciding I was sick of sunshine and perfect weather in 2022. I have a master’s degree in marketing from the university of southern california, where I graduated as valedictorian in 2019. I currently live (and work) in a 1970s treehouse with my husband and our dog named pig.
SELECT WORK
SELECT WORK
“What it’s like to live alone while sheltering in place” 2020
“Ask Kelly: I’m not sure if I want kids” 2022
“Does parenthood change friendships?” 2023
“Am I too old for a bachelorette party?” 2023
“Come on Barbie, let’s go to the Eras Tour” 2023
”Should I change my last name?” 2023
“On being a woman in America” 2024
“Baby showers & egg freezing” 2024
“I hope you don’t think I’m a child-hating witch” 2024
“My parents are voting for Trump… again” 2024
“The secrets to a happy life, apparently” 2024