Andrea Pyros

Hudson Valley (group)

Editorial Consultant and Writer at Freelance

Writer, author PINK HAIR AND OTHER TERRIBLE IDEAS (Capstone) + MY YEAR OF EPIC ROCK (Sourcebooks). Blogger w/ @MixedUpFiles Agent: @literaticat. On IG as drelet

Articles

Author Interview: Julia DeVillers of Meet Me at Wonderland

2 weeks ago | fromthemixedupfiles.com | Andrea Pyros

A girl with a summer job at her family’s amusement park crushes on a coworker who’d rather be working anywhere else in this fun and flirty middle grade rom-com. Meet Me at Wonderland (Aladdin). For grades 5+MUF: Welcome to MUF, Julia DeVillers! Thanks for dropping by to talk about your new middle-grade novel, Meet Me at Wonderland. Tell us what inspired you to write this story.
The Top 10 Most Challenged Books of 2024

1 month ago | fromthemixedupfiles.com | Andrea Pyros

Unfortunately, access to books is still under serious threat in the U.S. as the American Library Association’s (ALA) annual report on the state of the nation’s libraries makes all too clear. The ALA reports that in 2024, a staggering 2,452 unique book titles were challenged, which is the third-highest number ever documented by ALA. For comparison, from 2001-2020, the annual average books challenged was 273 unique titles.
The 13 Best Mother’s Day Gifts You'll Find for Mom on Amazon

1 month ago | retailmenot.com | Andrea Pyros

Amazon’s inventory, as you already know, is massive, which is what makes the retail giant a great place to shop for your Mother’s Day gift. We have no doubt whatsoever that you’ll be able to find all sorts of gift options that’ll suit a variety of interests and price points. Another equally good reason to shop at Amazon for your Mother’s Day gift? The brand’s fast shipping.
I've Tested Hundreds Of Products as a Beauty Writer — This Is the One Skincare Brand I Can't Live Without

2 months ago | retailmenot.com | Andrea Pyros

As a beauty writer/editor with years of experience, I’ve tested my literally hundreds of beauty products from a huge range of brands and price points, and there’s only one brand I keep coming back to time and time again. And no, it’s not the ultra-luxurious La Mer or trendy Drunk Elephant, it’s actually a brand that’s guaranteed to be at your local drugstore.
The 14 Best Drugstore Shampoos & Conditioners for 2025 – Get Big, Beautiful Results For $10 or Less

2 months ago | retailmenot.com | Andrea Pyros

If you spend any time on BeautyTok or other social media, you’ve probably seen plenty of people who’ve returned to drugstore beauty buys — particularly drugstore shampoo and drugstore conditioner — after realizing these more affordable haircare products are just as good as their pricier luxury counterparts.
Will 'Young Teen Lit' Catch On?

Mar 1, 2025 | fromthemixedupfiles.com | Andrea Pyros |Mindy Weiss

You’re not alone if you feel like there’s a gap in the middle-grade market. There are plenty of books for the younger and middle end of middle-grade readers, but where middle grade ends and YA begins? There’s a big ol’ hole, says middle school librarians Christina Chatel and Marcia Kochel in a guest article for School Library Journal. They write:We do not believe that 12- to 15- year old readers just need a few more books aimed at their interests and developmental level.
11 Budget-Conscious Alternatives to La Mer's $390 Crème de la Mer

Feb 28, 2025 | retailmenot.com | Andrea Pyros

Crème de la Mer is a cult-favorite cream that helps heal dryness and soothe redness and irritation. However, La Mer comes at a sky-high cost — nearly $400 for two ounces. Since most people can’t part with that kind of money in this day and age, especially for a single beauty product, we searched and found 11 alternatives that are way more budget friendly. Our selection of dupes, like the original Crème de la Mer, are focused around algae, kelp, seaweed and other sourced-from-the-sea ingredients.
22 Valentine’s Day Gifts That We Guarantee Your Girlfriend Will Go Gaga For

Jan 30, 2025 | retailmenot.com | Andrea Pyros

Romance is in the air, and so is the pressure to find the perfect gift for your girlfriend. To help you find a gift she’ll love, we found 22 thoughtful Valentine’s Day presents at varying price points that’ll suit different interests, styles and tastes. Sweet, romantic, playful — we found gifts for whatever vibe you’re aiming for, with gifts starting at just $5. A delicate piece of jewelry with a pretty pink heart is a classic gift, for a good reason.
L.A. Wildfire Relief Fundraiser 1/20-1/26

Jan 16, 2025 | fromthemixedupfiles.com | Andrea Pyros |Mindy Weiss

Kidlit for Los Angeles – Auction for Wildfire ReliefJan 20, 2025 (9am PST) – Jan 26, 2025 (9pm PST)Mark your calendars for an online auction to raise funds for wildfire relief in California. Publishers Weekly reports that #kidlit authors, Charlotte Offsay and Caroline L.
Macy's Joins the List of Stores Closing in 2025

Jan 10, 2025 | retailmenot.com | Andrea Pyros

Macy’s, one of the country’s most iconic department stores, confirmed in an announcement on Thursday, January 9, that they will be closing 66 of their stores in 2025.