--- title: 7 Journalists to Pitch for Valentine's Day - Blog description: Discover the top 10 journalists to pitch for Valentine's Day stories this year. From romantic dining to unique gifts, connect with writers who bring love-themed ideas to life. image: https://blog.onepitch.co/hubfs/Pitching%20Regional%20and%20Local%20vs.%20National%20Media-2.png --- [![OnePitch](https://blog.onepitch.co/hubfs/raw_assets/public/OnePitch_May2025/images/onepitch-logo-black.svg "OnePitch")](https://onepitch.co/) - [Product](https://onepitch.co/product-features/overview/) - Media Lists - [MFY Media Lists](https://onepitch.co/media-lists/build) - [DFY Media Lists](https://onepitch.co/media-lists/dfy-media-list-submit/) - Resources - [AI Tools Hub](https://ai-hub.onepitch.co/) - [Contact](https://onepitch.co/contact-us/support) ## 7 Journalists to Pitch for Valentine's Day ![7 Journalists to Pitch for Valentine's Day](https://blog.onepitch.co/hubfs/Pitching%20Regional%20and%20Local%20vs.%20National%20Media-2.png) [Roundups](https://blog.onepitch.co/tag/roundups) [Pitch Tips](https://blog.onepitch.co/tag/pitch-tips) Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and for PR professionals, it’s the perfect moment to pitch stories that captivate readers with themes of love, indulgence, and connection.   Whether you're spotlighting romantic dining experiences, unique gifts, or heartwarming campaigns, targeting the right journalists is key to landing coverage that resonates. To help you navigate the season of love, we’ve curated a list of 7 standout journalists known for their coverage of lifestyle, food, and culture—perfect for your Valentine's Day pitches.   P.S. You can download the whole list of 30+ journalists on OnePitch by creating a free account [here](https://onepitch.co/plg-signup-v1/step-1)! ## **1 - [Danielle Directo-Meston, The Hollywood Reporter](https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/author/danielle-directo-meston/)**   **Role**: E-Commerce Writer **About**: Danielle Directo-Meston is The Hollywood Reporter's first in-house E-Commerce Writer. She covers fashion, beauty, wellness and lifestyle, and she previously contributed to THR as a freelancer before joining full-time in 2021. She also has bylines on RollingStone.com, Curbed LA, MyDomaine, Where LA magazine, LAist and other online and print outlets. **Recent Coverage**: [33 Top-Tier Gift Cards for Everyone on Your Last-Minute Holiday List (Plus the Best Deals)](https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/lifestyle/shopping/best-gift-cards-1235058682/) **Socials**: [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/danielledmeston/?hl=en), [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielledirecto) **Location**: Los Angeles, CA     ## **2 - [Katie McPherson, Romper](https://www.romper.com/profile/katie-mcpherson-172060414)**   **Role**: Associate Lifestyle Editor **About**: Katie McPherson is the associate editor of lifestyle for Romper, where she edits and reports on all things lifestyle, pregnancy, parenting, and products. She edits and oversees Romper’s Had to Share series, which highlights the holy grail products that Romper editors and contributors swear by. **Recent Coverage:** [Romper Toy Box 2024](https://www.romper.com/shopping/the-best-toys-christmas-2024) **Socials:** [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiemcpherson/) **Location:** Jacksonville, FL   ## **3 - [Arielle Avila, The Strategist](https://nymag.com/author/arielle-avila/)**   **Role**: Writer **About**: Arielle Avila is a writer at the Strategist covering wardrobe basics, beauty and personal care. **Recent Coverage: [The Beauty Staples We’re Bringing Into 2025](https://nymag.com/strategist/article/strategist-beauty-brief-beauty-staples-2025.html)** **Socials**: [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/ari.ellelouise), [X](https://x.com/arielle_avila) **Location**: Brooklyn, NY   ## **4 - [Jacorey Moon, Us Weekly](https://www.usmagazine.com/author/jmoon/)**   **Role**: Weekend Commerce Writer **About**: Jacorey Moon is a Weekend Commerce Writer for Us Weekly and an online shopping connoisseur with a penchant for fashion, beauty and home items. **Recent Coverage**: [12 Handbags That Will Carry You Through January and Beyond in 2025](https://www.usmagazine.com/shop-with-us/news/handbags-2025/) **Socials**: [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/itsjacoreyobviously/?hl=en), [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacorey-moon-9b4b93105/) **Location**: Atlanta, GA     ## **5 -  [Lauren Anderson, Woman's World](https://www.womansworld.com/author/landerson)**   **Role**: SEO Commerce Editor **About**: Lauren is the Affiliate Commerce Editor for Woman’s World and First for Women. In the past, Lauren has covered reality TV, lifestyle, shopping, and culture for outlets like Netflix Life, Page Six, Collider, Popsugar, and Showbiz Cheat Sheet, but she has always been an avid shopper. She loves reviewing products that make life easier or better in some way and sharing them with Woman’s World readers! **Recent Coverage**: [Cyber Monday Is Here With More Amazing Deals From Amazon, Apple, and More](https://www.womansworld.com/shopping/deals/cyber-monday-deals) **Socials**: [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/laurennnderson/) **Location**: Philadelphia, PA     ![Line for blog](https://blog.onepitch.co/hs-fs/hubfs/Line%20for%20blog.png?width=5052&height=192&name=Line%20for%20blog.png) ### Want a list of 30+ writers to pitch for Valentine's Day?   Click below to sign up and receive your list!   [![Create Account](https://blog.onepitch.co/hs-fs/hubfs/hub_generated/resized/7052357d-9f75-4e56-84e8-25dfef6dcee5.png?width=250&height=52&name=7052357d-9f75-4e56-84e8-25dfef6dcee5.png)](https://onepitch.co/plg-signup-v1/step-1) ![Line for blog](https://blog.onepitch.co/hs-fs/hubfs/Line%20for%20blog.png?width=5052&height=192&name=Line%20for%20blog.png)   ## **6 - [Terri Robertson, Country Living](https://www.countryliving.com/author/241553/terri-robertson/)**   **Role**: Digital Senior Editor **About**: Terri Robertson is the Senior Editor, Digital, at Country Living, where she shares her lifelong love of homes, gardens, down-home cooking, and antiques. **Recent Coverage: [115 Best Couples' Instagram Captions and Quotes for All Your Favorite Photos Together](https://www.countryliving.com/life/a28368308/instagram-captions-for-couples/)** **Location**: Birmingham, AL   ## **7 - [Morgan Halberg, Observer](https://observer.com/author/morgan-halberg/)**   **Role**: Lifestyle and Travel Editor **About**: Morgan Halberg, Lifestyle and Travel Editor at *Observer*, has also served as a Real Estate Reporter and Senior Lifestyle Writer. Previously, Morgan was a freelance reporter for Bauer Media Group, interned at Peter Thomas Roth Clinical Skin Care, and taught at The East Harlem School. A Barnard College graduate, Morgan holds a B.A. in American Studies. **Recent Coverage**: [Jet Set: Holiday Gifts for the Traveler](https://observer.com/list/holiday-gifts-for-travel-lovers/) **Socials**: [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/morganhalberg), [X](https://x.com/morganhalberg), **Location**: New York, NY   Don't forget: if you want to see a larger list of journalists like these one, click [here](https://onepitch.co/plg-signup-v1/step-1) to get the list for free on OnePitch!   –––––––––––––––   ### ***Want more blogs like this?***   Fill out the form below to subscribe to our newsletter and receive emails with the top blogs from The TypeBar!   #### The OnePitch Tea Get made-for-you media lists, interviews with amazing journalists from our podcast and live feedback sessions, and event opportunities with our Pitch Posse—everything you need to pitch smarter. #### Follow us Connect with us on social media [In](https://www.instagram.com/onepitchsaas/) [X](https://twitter.com/onepitchsaas/) [Li](https://www.linkedin.com/company/onepitchsaas/) [Tt](https://www.tiktok.com/@onepitch_saas/) [Yt](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyFUQD_FX-_VhtQNlen79fg/) #### Related topics [Roundups](https://blog.onepitch.co/tag/roundups) [Pitch Tips](https://blog.onepitch.co/tag/pitch-tips) - Feb 27, 2025 ##### [8 Journalists to Watch for International Women's Day](https://onepitch-3865253.hs-sites.com/the-onepitch/8-journalists-to-watch-for-international-womens-day-0-1) Feb 27,As International Women’s Day approaches in March, it’s the perfect time to spotlight the... 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