Amanda Larch Hinchman - Freelance Writer

Journalist | Freelance writer, copywriter, blogger and editor | Open to stories, editing and anything in between | [email protected]

[Amanda Larch Hinchman - Freelance Writer @AmandaLarch]

So excited that my website is now live! I’ll be using it mainly as a portfolio, where all my published pieces can be found in one place. Happy to continue my freelance writing and editing journey. Let’s connect!

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[Amanda Larch Hinchman - Freelance Writer @AmandaLarch]

It was great interviewing Milnes and hearing him talk so lovingly about his career. Read the rest of my latest feature article at the link below!

[Charleston Gazette-Mail @wvgazettemail]

One West Virginia folklorist, musician and documentarian has been named a 2026 National Endowment for the Arts’ National Heritage Fellow, the country’s highest honor in the folk and traditional arts.
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[Amanda Larch Hinchman - Freelance Writer @AmandaLarch]

My first piece for @OhioMagazine is out now! It's a fun look at Chillicothe's Crispie Creme Donuts and how this business has ties to the famous Krispy Kreme. Spoiler alert, it might not be what you think. Check it out!

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[Amanda Larch Hinchman - Freelance Writer @AmandaLarch]

The latest edition -- and first-ever all music issue -- of Tri-State Living magazine is here! I had the pleasure of writing the cover story on Sasha Colette and the Magnolias, whose latest EP is releasing later this month.

Check it out here: https://t.co/6a37PA7Nky

[Eulalie Magazine @EulalieMag]

Natalie Haynes’ latest novel is dizzying and unflinching, making the reader feel like an active part of the story. Read on for our review!
#BookReview https://t.co/Igg36fvrbd

[Charleston Gazette-Mail @wvgazettemail]

Part of the 1,700 acres recently purchased by Google for a proposed data center campus in Buffalo, Putnam County, is the site of an 1862 Civil War battle, and one local resident is trying to preserve the history.

Taking place along https://t.co/vvelKYVXc8. 62, known locally as Charleston Road, the conflict — later named the Battle of Atkeson’s Gate — occurred between the 91st Ohio Volunteer Infantry and Confederate cavalry under Brigadier General Albert G. Jenkins, according to Philip Hatfield, Hurricane resident, historian and author of “A History of Putnam County, West Virginia, in the Civil War.”

“I’m trying to preserve as much of our history as we can with this,” Hatfield said. “We may not be able to stop the data center, but the history is worth preserving."

🗞️ FULL STORY: https://t.co/K7lzPRn3A4

[Amanda Larch Hinchman - Freelance Writer @AmandaLarch]

I'm most excited for Kate Quinn! She's one of my favorite authors 📚

[Charleston Gazette-Mail @wvgazettemail]

R.L. Stine, author of the bestselling "Goosebumps" series, will headline the 2026 West Virginia Book Festival along with four other authors.
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[Amanda Larch Hinchman - Freelance Writer @AmandaLarch]

BridgeValley's WIN Academy is a public charter school doubling as an accelerated associate degree program, designed to allow 11th- and 12-grade students to complete high school and their first year of college.

Read my full story here: https://t.co/8vmFs9hRjZ

[Amanda Larch Hinchman - Freelance Writer @AmandaLarch]

Read my latest book review for @EulalieMag!

'The Wandering Queen' retells the myth of the legendary Queen Dido.

"Reframing the myth and adding historical context and backdrop, instead of fantasy or mythological elements, is what works best here."

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[Amanda Larch Hinchman - Freelance Writer @AmandaLarch]

Owner Hayley Jackson crafts simple yet nourishing skin care and beauty products, rooted in nature.

"I started because I wanted to experience pure, healthy beauty directly linked to old ingredients and the wisdom attached to them," Jackson says.

[Amanda Larch Hinchman - Freelance Writer @AmandaLarch]

For the March/April edition of Tri-State Living, I wrote a piece on Bog Witch Beauty, a Huntington-based small business encompassing a modern take on Old World traditions.

You can read it here: https://t.co/6HE5uvH6wr

[Amanda Larch Hinchman - Freelance Writer @AmandaLarch]

Realizing he wanted to become a wrestler, Burt began creating a character of his own, brainstorming his name, catch phrase, signature song and finishing move—the Texas toast—even though he’s never actually been to Texas, his mom pointed out.

[Amanda Larch Hinchman - Freelance Writer @AmandaLarch]

This story was so much fun to write! "Burt Texas" is the pro-wrestling alter-ego of one local six year old, whose dreams came true after finding viral fame on TikTok and being invited to WWE’s Monday Night Raw.

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[Amanda Larch Hinchman - Freelance Writer @AmandaLarch]

"We really look at the history of West Virginia glass as our backbone; we can't make a new shop in West Virginia without acknowledging the over 200 years of master glass workers," says co-founder Jared Neal.

[Amanda Larch Hinchman - Freelance Writer @AmandaLarch]

I always love writing about West Virginia glassware, and this story was no exception. The guys at Marrowbone Glassworks in Huntington create beautiful glass and keep this Appalachian tradition alive.

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[Amanda Larch Hinchman - Freelance Writer @AmandaLarch]

Check out this list I curated of six books (both fiction and nonfiction!) to read as a way to celebrate Women's History Month, learn some fascinating history and to provide inspiration and contemplation.

[Eulalie Magazine @EulalieMag]

6 Books to Read for Women’s History Month https://t.co/0YcqniScF7

[Dave Lavender @DaveTrippinWV]

At @WVFilmOffice we're grateful for fresh press on some of the top shelf content being made in state. Check out this @wvgazettemail piece by @AmandaLarch about Oscar nominee @CurrenSheldon's first narrative feature the knock-out family drama - Beat Down. Watch it now streaming on @YouTube #madehere #filmindustry #indiefilm #YesWV https://t.co/MWg2uwRpyE

[Amanda Larch Hinchman - Freelance Writer @AmandaLarch]

A sweet story for your Monday morning: when 89-year-old Audrey Rock's caregiver secretly signed her up for a Christmas card exchange program, they had no idea she would end up with more than 500, all from strangers from around the world.
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[Tell-Tale TV @TellTaleTV_]

5 Books to Read if You Love #Outlander https://t.co/sRBDR1YWPB

[Amanda Larch Hinchman - Freelance Writer @AmandaLarch]

Even though I haven't quite made my way through all the books yet, I'm a big #Outlander fan and thought it would be fun to craft a list for fans recommending similar novels to read. Some of my favorite are here; check it out! @EulalieMag

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[Amanda Larch Hinchman - Freelance Writer @AmandaLarch]

As a freelancer, I'm always on the hunt for cool feature stories to write and report on. So X network, what are some WV/Appalachian story ideas you have or stories you think need to be told? Feel free to reply or contact me via my website at https://t.co/3blLODr6wj