Britt Hawes
School
Chipola College, Florida State University, University Of New Orleans
Expertise
Natural/curly Hair Care, TikTok Nail Trends, Cozy Video Games
- Britt is an avid fan of TikTok and YouTube makeup hacks and will try any of them at least once, no matter how crazy it sounds.
- She has interviewed dozens of hair experts and likes to think she has an insider's view of the latest hair trends before they become mainstream.
- Her first novel, Twisted: Volume 1, was published when she was 19 and won a Readers' Favorite Choice award for YA General Fiction in 2014.
Experience
Britt began her writing career right out of high school when she wrote her first novel, Twisted. Between juggling coursework, a library assistant job, and a book review blog, Britt started working with Uloop first as an intern then a writer, where she wrote articles to help other busy students stay motivated and entertained. It was during her time with Uloop that she discovered her passion for writing lifestyle pieces that connected directly to an audience. In 2018, she became a full-time writer and editorial assistant for Panama City Living Magazine, publishing many successful articles that include an on-the-ground story on Mexico Beach and Hurricane Michael, several luxury home tours, and sampling dishes from the best restaurants in the Panhandle. Since then, Britt has worked with a wide variety of publications such as Go! Magazine, Dot eSports, Best Gaming Settings, and Macbrane before joining The List as a news writer in 2022.
Education
Britt has a bachelor's degree in English from Florida State University and a master's degree in English from the University of New Orleans. Her studies have further deepened her love of the written word and assisted her in becoming a better writer in general.
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Stories By Britt Hawes
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Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling have one of the cutest friendships in Hollywood. Here's everything you need to know about these best buddies.
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Former "All My Children" star Alec Musser died unexpectedly on January 12, his fiancée Paige Press confirmed. He was 50 years old.
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Prince Harry didn't get to see Queen Elizabeth one last time before she died, but it wasn't for lack of trying. Here's what happened that day.
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Lisa Marie Presley's tell-all memoir was posthumously finished by her daughter, Riley Keough, and there are several burning questions we need answered in it.
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Ellen Pompeo was all set for a "Grey's Anatomy" rewatch with her daughter but she regretted the decision once they actually started making their way through it.
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In light of his feud with Prince Harry, William, Prince of Wales, has formed an even deeper bond with Mike Tindall, husband of William's cousin Zara Tindall.
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Robin Roberts is the co-anchor of ABC's "Good Morning America." While she's a face that brightens up our mornings, Roberts also has a heartbreaking life story.
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SoleMates founders Monica Ferguson and Becca Brown didn't get the deal they wanted on "Shark Tank," but the high-heel protection company is doing just fine.
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A new birthday photo of Matthew McConaughey and Camila Alves' teenage daughter, Vida, proves that she is growing up to be her mom's twin.
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For decades, Mariah Carey has captured the hearts of fans around the world with her singing skills, but she's also a mother to her daughter Monroe Cannon.
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Sometimes, the judges on "America's Got Talent" are having just as good of a time as the audience and contestants, especially Heidi Klum and Howie Mandel.
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Julia Roberts and Susan Sarandon were said to be at odds after filming "Stepmom," but both actresses insist that's nothing more than fake gossip.
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We're used to seeing First Ladies in full glam, but even the wives of the men holding the highest office in the land need some makeup-free days.
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Willie Nelson has always been a proponent of smoking marijuana, but it's not just for fun - he credits it with saving him from succumbing to alcoholism.
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Robyn and Kody Brown of "Sister Wives" fame once made a failsafe marriage pact, but the polygamist didn't extend the same deal to his other wives.
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A TikTok captured Princes George and Louis greeting gathered fans on Christmas Day. A body language expert exclusively told us what it shows about their bond.
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Hallmark Christmas movies tend to follow a similar formula, but "Heaven Down Here" is putting hard-hitting topics and personal development over romance.
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Matt Rogers has connected with the ladies of The View on and off screen, and he revealed one quirky choice Joy Behar made on a plane ride that started a feud.
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Charlie Sheen is ready to give his career another shot, but he's not fooling himself into thinking major succcess is coming his way a second time.
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When Prince Harry and Meghan Markle left the UK, they lost their right to a paid security detail, and King Charles may have had something to do with it.
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Britney Spears' ex Sam Asghari has seemingly taken shots at her online -- in a PETA ad no less -- but the singer had a message of her own as well.
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It looks like Whitney Thore's brother, Hunter Thore, is officially off the market. Here's what we know about the "My Big Fat Fabulous Life" star's girlfriend.
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While he still uses his comedic flair on TV, Steve Harvey retired from standup in 2012. And he has a reason why he doesn't see himself returning to the stage.
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Barack and Michelle Obama are sure to go down as one of the United States' most revered presidential couples, but they've also had cheating scandal rumors.
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Wayne Brady is known for his amazing sense of humor and his down-to-earth nature, which is why his physical brawl with a drunk driver was so uncharacteristic.
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Hallmark and soap opera star Cameron Mathison lost his beloved dog Red to cancer, and this loss undoubtedly hit extra close to home for the actor.
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Fans continue to face heartbreaking losses in 2023 with the death of Andre Braugher, a celebrated actor known for his work on 'Brooklyn Nine Nine' and more.