Amanda Chatel

Amanda Chatel is a seasoned journalist and essayist with over 13 years of professional writing experience. As of 2025, she is a contributing writer for Glam, where she covers a range of topics including beauty, wellness, relationships, and lifestyle. Chatel's career trajectory includes significant roles at Bustle, where she was a sexual wellness and relationship journalist for seven years, and regular contributions to major outlets such as Glamour, Harper's Bazaar, SELF, and Shape. Her writing is characterized by a candid, research-driven approach, often blending personal narrative with expert commentary. She is recognized for her nuanced coverage of sexual wellness, mental health, and women's lifestyle issues. Chatel holds a bachelor's degree in English and a master's in Creative Writing from the University of New Hampshire. Her work has been featured in prestigious publications including The Atlantic, Elle, Men's Health, Cosmopolitan, New York Magazine, and The New York Times. She was named one of The League's '15 Inspirational Feminists Every Single Person Should Follow on Twitter' in 2019. Chatel is known for her ethical reporting, fact-checked content, and ability to engage readers with both informative and entertaining narratives.