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Emily Goodman

Emily Goodman

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Emily is a writer, editor and puzzle creator who primarily contributes to the Reader's Digest print magazine, handling our "How To" and "13 Things" columns as well as the Brain Games section and our annual “America the Tasty” cover story. A former French teacher and all-around language lover, she speaks English and French fluently, gets by in Italian and Spanish, and knows just enough Norwegian and Greek to make native speakers laugh.

Articles

The Best Beverage in Every State

We partnered with our friends at Taste of Home to find the best U.S. state beverages—both winos and teetotalers welcome!

The Best Snack in Every State

Sweet or salty? Yes, please! These are the best snacks in the U.S.A., from cactus candy to crab fries.

13 Fun Facts About the Olympics to Know Ahead of the Games

In light of the 2024 Summer Games, we're sharing a few fascinating facts about the Olympics. Some may shock you!