Amy Mackelden is a disabled writer and editor. She interviews celebrities for Nicki Swift, and her bylines include Harper’s BAZAAR (US), ELLE, Marie Claire, The Rumpus, The Independent, Hello Giggles, Cosmopolitan, heat, New Statesman, Ravishly, & Bustle.
She co-edited the Emma Press Anthology of Illness, and has written about health for Healthline, The Paper Gown, The Checkup by Singlecare, Folks by Pillpack, Greatist, HelloFlo, MS Society, MS Trust, and Byrdie. In 2019, she undertook Columbia University's short course in Narrative Medicine thanks to a Developing Your Creative Practice grant from Arts Council England.
She co-founded Northern poetry magazine Butcher’s Dog, and co-edits feminist pop culture blog Clarissa Explains F*ck All with Amy Roberts. In a past life, Amy was a creative writing teacher, a theater writer, and a sales associate at Tommy Hilfiger.
Latest articles by Amy Mackelden
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Cardi B Is a Sexy Optical Illusion in a Sheer Galactic Dress by Pierre-Louis Auvray
The rapper wore the eye-catching outfit on a shopping trip.
By Amy Mackelden
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J.Lo Reunites with A-Rod for Some Instagram PDA in the Dominican Republic
Alex Rodriguez shared the most beautiful snap of Jennifer Lopez as the sun was setting.
By Amy Mackelden
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Bella Hadid Poses in a Strapless Bandeau and a Slinky Sequinned Skirt
Sometimes, less is most definitely more.
By Amy Mackelden
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Duchess Kate Wears a Sleek Green Blazer and a Crisp White Shirt for Video Call with Prince William
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge discussed the COVID-19 vaccine with individuals living with longterm health conditions.
By Amy Mackelden
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Duchess Meghan and Prince Harry Update Archewell Website with Spotify and Netflix Partnerships
The Sussexes revealed their aim to "drive systemic cultural change across all communities, one act of compassion at a time."
By Amy Mackelden
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Halle Berry Works Out on the Beach in a Sleek Nude Bikini
The 54-year-old just did a killer workout alongside her trainer, Peter Lee Thomas.
By Amy Mackelden
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Prince Charles Visits His Father, Prince Philip, in London's King Edward VII Hospital
Charles was photographed leaving the hospital after a 30 minute visit.
By Amy Mackelden
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Halle Berry Reflects on Feeling "Sexy" During Both of Her Pregnancies
The Oscar-winner revealed all during the latest episode of IGTV series, Bad & Booshy.
By Amy Mackelden
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Bella Hadid Poses in a Denim Jacket and Literally Nothing Else
We see you, Bella.
By Amy Mackelden