Mia Mercado
Mia Mercado is a lifestyle news writer for Bustle, covering race, gender, and all things internet. She also covers trending food, health, science, and tech news, specifically making hard-to-understand topics (new studies, app updates, why ranch is everywhere) a little easier to digest. Mia is also a humor writer whose work has appeared in The New Yorker, New York Times, McSweeney’s, Reductress, American Bystander, Gizmodo, BUST, Hallmark Cards, and a bottle she threw in the Milwaukee river when she was nine. Mia’s debut nonfiction collection of humorous stories and essays WEIRD BUT NORMAL is set to be published with HarperOne in Summer 2020. Ava is Mia's perfect and stinky dog who you can see on Mia’s Instagram at @mia.market. You find Mia's luke-warm takes on her on Twitter at @miamarket or read more of her work on her website at miamercado.com but, like, no pressure.
Life
The Rarest Baby Names In The U.S., According To The Most Recent Data
Both Dua and Lipa made the cut.
Tech
Here’s How To See Your Tweets In Order
The platform updated its timeline settings, then changed them back right quick.
Viral
14 IG Captions About Winning That Los Angeles Rams Fans Will Love
“Winning isn’t everything. It’s the only thing.”
Life
17 Zoom Games That Are Perfect For Super Bowl Sunday
In case the Big Game isn't enough.
Galentine's Day
25 Fun Games To Play During Your Galentine's Day Zoom Party
Zoom fatigue? Don't know her.
Valentine's Day
47 Sweet Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas Your Bestie Will Love
You can't go wrong with a cupcake in a jar.
Food
19 Valentine's Day Drinks You Can Order Off Starbucks’ Secret Menu
It’s the overwhelming sweetness for me.
Tech
7 Easy Ways To Detach Yourself From Social Media
Whether you need a momentary break or something long-term.
Holidays
13 New Year's Cocktails If Champagne Isn’t Your Thing
Two words: Spiked. Cocoa.
Holidays
27 Inexpensive Gifts For Your Bestie That Aren’t Basic BFF Necklaces
They're all under $20.
Holidays
20 Funny Gift Exchange Games For Work (& Not One Is Secret Santa)
It’s about to get extremely festive.
Thanksgiving
15 Thanksgiving Toast & Speech Ideas That Actually Aren’t Cheesy
Exactly what to say if you're at a loss for words.
Holidays
61 Genius Gift Ideas For Every Single Guy In Your Life
Thank us later.
Food
10 Spiked Apple Cider Recipes To Get You In The Holiday Spirit
Choose your fighter.
Halloween
18 Non-Alcoholic Drinks For Your Halloween Party
Sip on something spooky.
Halloween
25 Creepy Ghost Story Podcasts You’ll Want To Finish Before Halloween
Just don't listen to these before bed.
Identity
What “Latinx” Means To Young People
Latinx Millennials are trying to bridge generational divides.
Halloween
25 Warm Halloween Costumes Perfect For Freezing Cold Nights
Cold weather can't stop the fun.
Halloween
PSA: These 7 Halloween “Costumes” Will Always Be Offensive
Dressing up as a cultural stereotype is never, ever OK.
