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Maryn Liles

School: Indiana University Bloomington, School of Public and Environmental Affairs

Expertise: cleaning & organization, humor, home decor & DIY

Maryn Liles

  • 15 years of experience as a national magazine editor for brands including Parents and HGTV Magazine
  • Published by Walmart and Better Homes & Gardens

Experience

Maryn writes about home and cleaning plus humor for Reader's Digest. She has 15 years of experience as a national magazine editor for brands including Parents and HGTV Magazine, covering everything from the best robotic vacuums to the most remote destinations around the world. She has also written for Walmart, Better Homes & Gardens and others. When she's not chasing down her next story, you can find Maryn working on her latest home-decor DIY project, out for a hike or dancing around the house to '80s jams.

Education

Indiana University Bloomington, School of Public and Environmental Affairs, BS, Legal Studies

Articles

55 Winter Jokes That Will Warm You Up with Laughter

These silly winter jokes will make you brrrr-st into giggles!

60 Jokes About Aging That Make Growing Old So Much Funnier

These old-people jokes will have you laughing for years to come. And if your memory isn't what it used to be, they're just as hilarious the second time around!

Liquid vs. Powder Detergent vs. Pods: Which Is Best for Your Laundry?

Laundry experts break down the pros and cons of powder vs. liquid detergent, as well as pods. Find out which is right for you.