Brianna Kovan
Brianna Kovan is a features editor at Bustle, where she oversees the brand’s Rule Breakers vertical. Specifically, she commissions and edits stories about people who are shaking up and challenging their industries, and runs the new “Pep Talk” series. Previously, Brianna was the culture editor at ELLE and oversaw the magazine’s books coverage. She’s spoken with Nicole Kidman about the Myers–Briggs test, with Stacey Abrams about voter suppression, and, more recently, with Gloria Steinem about the late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Her bylines have also appeared in Ms., Kinfolk, and Bitch magazines. She graduated from the University of Michigan and lives in New York. You can learn more about her work at www.briannakovan.com.
Politics
New York Gets Its First Woman Governor
As Gov. Andrew Cuomo announces his resignation, Kathy Hochul is ready to take the reins.
News
Derek Chauvin Was Sentenced To 22.5 Years In Prison
The sentencing comes over a year after George Floyd’s murder.
Streaming
A New Documentary Remembers Chef Fatima Ali
The film follows six women who’ve carved their way into the restaurant industry.
Rule Breakers
MILCK’s Call Of The Wild
The singer-songwriter premieres a new music video exclusively with Bustle.
Books
5 Helpful Tips To Finish Your Book, According To A Debut Author
Lauryn Chamberlain on websites to bookmark, industry lingo, and Simpsons lore.
Rule Breakers
Behind Her Viral Art, Morgan Harper Nichols Is Working On Self-Forgiveness
In February, a long-sought diagnosis finally gave the poet some answers.
Royals
The Queen’s Sweetest Quotes About Prince Philip
In their nearly 74 years of marriage, the couple were tested by teenagedom, parenthood, and family tragedy.
Bustle Booth
All Hail Maxine Baker, The Barney Stinson Of 'Ginny & Georgia'
Actress Sara Waisglass just wants to “mak[e] people laugh.”
Pep Talk
In “Pep Talk,” Bustle chats with celebrities about finding levity in a year of loss.
Pep Talk
For Erin Andrews, Peloton Classes Are The Ultimate Stress Relievers
“I DM all the instructors,” says the Fox Sports reporter.
Rule Breakers
The Genre-Bending Filmmaker Who Counts Ava DuVernay As A Mentor
Isabel Sandoval releases a fashion-forward short film.
Books
In 'Girl A,' Adult Siblings Underestimate Their Childhood Ghosts
Introducing a new voice in literary thrillers, for fans of Gillian Flynn.
Politics
The Trump Loyalists Who Are Jumping Ship Early
"I can’t do it. I can’t stay," said one former staffer.
Politics
How Impeaching Trump Again Could End His Political Career For Good
"My phone is exploding with 'impeach, impeach, impeach,'" said House Speaker Nancy Pelosi.
Politics
It’s Official: Democrats Have Flipped The Senate
The Peach State delivered a pair of Democratic wins for the U.S. Senate.
News
Pro-Trump Insurrectionists Storm U.S. Capitol
Senators and representatives have been escorted elsewhere by police.
Politics
This Magic Number Could Decide The Georgia Elections
Control of the U.S. Senate hangs in the balance.
Politics
6 People To Follow For All Your Georgia Senate Runoff Updates
Polls close at 7 p.m. ET.
Politics
Here’s What To Expect Before Inauguration Day
To become No. 46, Joe Biden is counting on a few key procedural steps between now and Jan. 20.
