Hi everyone! My name is Milena Bittmar and I’m the newest member of The Quack Magazine, so I thought I would just introduce myself briefly! I am a student at Edge Hill University, in my second year, studying English Literature. I’m also from Manchester! I picked English as I have a passion for writing (that’sContinue reading “Meet the editor – Milena!”
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Book Recommendations Based Off Netflix Shows.
By Emma Butler. Hey guys, I thought as we’re still in lockdown for the foreseeable future, I thought I’d recommend some books based off hit Netflix shows. All of these books and these shows are some of my favourites, so I hope that you will find some new books to read or even some newContinue reading “Book Recommendations Based Off Netflix Shows.”
Meet the Editors: Emma.
Meet the (newest) editor: Emma Butler. Hi everyone, my name is Emma. I’m new to writing for The Quack, so I thought that I would let you all know a bit more about me! I’m in my second year at Edge Hill, and I study English, which is a combination of literature and language. IContinue reading “Meet the Editors: Emma.”
Ways to Celebrate this Valentines Day in Lockdown
By Lydia Bamford Although the global pandemic has halted the dating scene, those of you who are lucky enough to live with your valentines, gal-friends or even alone can still participate in these cute activities this year. Remember, Valentines Day isn’t exclusively for couples! In a Long-Distance Relationship? If you’re struggling how to celebrate ValentinesContinue reading “Ways to Celebrate this Valentines Day in Lockdown”
Meet the Newbie… Emilia!
Meet the Newbie!! Hi everyone. I’m Emilia McRobie. I have decided to start writing for the Quack so I thought I would introduce myself! I am from Newcastle… yes, a Geordie! And living on campus to study Education and English as a first year student, which means I study Education, English Literature and English Language.Continue reading “Meet the Newbie… Emilia!”
Quarantine Fitness: 3 Ways To Stay Active During a Pandemic
By Lydia Bamford With the third national lockdown in place, its hard to stay motivated and maintain a healthy mindset. If you’re like me, and have spent the majority of lockdown binge- watching Netflix series (as you should!) and eating crisps, then you might be looking to add a little bit of routine back intoContinue reading “Quarantine Fitness: 3 Ways To Stay Active During a Pandemic”
Meet the Editors: Jade
Hello everyone! My name is Jade, I have only recently started writing for The Quack so I thought I would tell you a little bit about myself. I am a first-year creative writing student. I have been writing now for the last four years. I started as a poet; I then became a performance poet.Continue reading “Meet the Editors: Jade”
Top Skincare Picks on a Budget
My skin was really testing me at the start of the lockdown, specifically on my cheeks and chin – thank you ‘maskne.’ After a few months of trial and error, I have found an affordable and effective skincare routine which has made my skin the happiest it’s been in months. I’ve put together a listContinue reading “Top Skincare Picks on a Budget”
Term 2 Tips – Lockdown 3.0
by Honey Wilkinson The UK has been hit with another national lockdown and students up and down the country are facing another term of online teaching from the isolation of their homes. Whilst the lockdown is necessary, your mental health is equally as important, and so The Quack has compiled a few ways to makeContinue reading “Term 2 Tips – Lockdown 3.0”
Christmas Date Ideas
By Amy Kelley Between the dimly lit log fires, cute fairy lights and steaming hot chocolates, there is no room for argument that there is nothing quite like a Christmastime date! Here is a list of 10 ideas for you and your significant other to try out over the festive period, whether you want toContinue reading “Christmas Date Ideas”