Olivia Klimek

Here for the words, passionate about telling the stories.

My Recent Work

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1983 Classic Ranked ‘Scariest Book Ever Printed’ Became Stephen King’s Most Frightening Work

There is nothing better than a book that leaves you hanging off the edge of your seat, and no one does it better than the horror king himself, Stephen King.

Last October, Shortlist ranked the 50 greatest horror books ever printed, compiling a list of some of the most bone-chilling novels ever written. Unsurprisingly beating out both William Peter Blatty’s 1971 novel The Exorcist at No. 3 and Thomas Harris’s book The Silence of The Lambs at No. 4, Stephen King took the top spot with Pet Sematar...
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Iconic '70s Rocker Made Final Stage Appearance 36 Years Ago Today

The legendary Queen frontman Freddie Mercury made his last stage appearance 36 years ago today at the Brit Awards ceremony. The singer took the stage with his bandmates to accept an award for Outstanding Contribution to British Music. Little did viewers know, it would be the last time the star would grace the stage.

His 1990 appearance followed years of harsh speculation surrounding Mercury’s health, with many tabloids spreading rumors that he had HIV. Although Mercury denied these claims heav...
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The Super Bowl Halftime Rock Renaissance of the 2000s

In recent years, polarizing opinions surrounding Super Bowl halftime performers have flourished, but in the 2000s, it was a completely different story. Between 2001 and 2010, Super Bowl halftime shows were stacked with beloved rock icons, capturing a 10-year run of unity among football fans.

Let’s recap this Rock Renaissance.

The iconic 1970s hard rock band Aerosmith was the headlining act for Super Bowl XXXV. The performance featured Aerosmith this, “I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing” and “Jad...
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Viral 'Heated Rivalry' Fleece Jacket Announced as Official Merch

Fans of Heated Rivalry will soon be able to purchase Shane Hollander’s viral look from Episode 2. The announcement was made via Instagram on Wednesday morning with one simple sentiment: “We’re releasing the fleece.”

Played by Hudson Williams, Hollander is a Montreal Metros hockey star with a quiet but hardworking drive for his athletic career. Throughout the show, he reps several iconic looks created by costume designer Hanna Puley.
In an interview with the Hollywood Reporter, Puley explained...
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New 'Stranger Things' Theory Emerges Amid Disappointment Over Final Season — Divorce Gate

The final season of Stranger Things was one of the most highly anticipated seasons of television in 2025. Unfortunately, it left fans deeply disappointed. To cope, die-hard fans took to social media to theorize alternate endings, hopeful that the final season was a “fake-out” designed to trick viewers and that the show would air a new episode revealing the real ending in the new year.

With the slow realization that the popular theory, Conformity Gate, would never come to fruition, a new theor...
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David Bowie's Childhood Home Set To Open As Public Exhibit

Much is known about rock and roll super star David Bowie, but very few have had the opportunity to tour his childhood home. Thanks to Geoffrey Marsh, that will soon be possible.

The home, located at 4 Plaistow Grove, Bromley, was recently purchased by the Heritage of London Trust after being owned for nearly fifty years. Marsh, who has previously curated a Bowie exhibit for the London’s V&A Museum, was hired by the Trust to restore the home to its 1960s glory. The home will undergo a series o...
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Overconsumption during the holiday season fuels isolation

It's safe to say that overconsumption has become normalized in society.From reusable cups to iPhone pocket holders, it seems that companies are testing just how far they can push the narrative of necessity to convince consumers to buy. You can’t do much of anything anymore without an advertisement being shoved down your throat for that new item you “can’t live without.”With social media becoming more intertwined with popular culture, companies have found it increasingly necessary and easier to m...
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‘The Art of Loving’ transcends romance for Olivia Dean

With social media and the rise of accessible production software, the music industry has been saturated with fresh talent and new, experimental sounds. Olivia Dean, an up-and-coming English singer, is an artist who can’t help but stand out from the rest. Dean released her sophomore album “The Art of Loving” on Sept. 26, 2025. It was heavily anticipated as the album’s singles, “Nice To Each Other” and “Man I Need,” generated attention in online spaces.Dean is experiencing a rapid rise in her care...
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Township hosts themed watch party for 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' finale

“The Summer I Turned Pretty” (TSITP) has become a pop culture phenomenon over the course of its three seasons. The show’s finale, which aired on Sept. 17, left fans anxiously awaiting the answer to the question the show has been teasing for its entirety: “Conrad or Jeremiah?” Township, one of College Town’s most popular bars, hosted a watch party for students and Tallahassee locals to watch the season finale in the company of other fans.“This specific idea came from Marketing Coordinator Hector...
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Hamilton renaissance: What the musical means in 2025

Composed by Lin-Manuel Miranda, the 2015 breakout musical “Hamilton” grew to insurmountable levels of fame in a relatively short amount of time. The musical has recently hit its 10-year anniversary and fans everywhere are eager to celebrate.One part of the anniversary celebrations is the theatrical release of a 2016 recording of the musical. Before, the recording was only available on Disney+. "Hamilton's" release in theaters across the country has generated excitement from longtime fans and res...
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'World War Jean': Sydney Sweeney American Eagle ad sparks controversy

Nothing is of higher stakes for a clothing brand than running a perfect campaign before back-to-school shopping begins. Brand competition can be seen in every facet of the marketing industry, but this year it was a blood battle for major retail stores. The goal: to sell jeans. Anybody on social media has seen the controversial American Eagle ad featuring Sydney Sweeney that launched July 23. The campaign ran on the slogan “Sydney Sweeney Has Great Jeans,” a nod to Sweeney’s famed beauty. While t...
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Florida Has Approved Its First Black Bear Hunt Since 2015

With good news from the Florida Fishing & Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida has approved its first bear hunt since October of 2015, nearly a decade ago. And 2015 was an exceptional year. Overall, bear hunting has been banned in Florida since 1994.
According to the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission, the bear population in Florida has displayed steady growth, with recent statistics showing there are about 4,000 residing in the state. For reference, this number was closer to 1...
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Ella Langley & Her Stylist Are A Match Made In Heaven

Aside from her stellar lyricism, raw talent, and killer stage presence, Ella Langley is also building the reputation of “fashion icon” in the country music space. With her flowy lace dresses, elegant western-style jewelry, and incredible boot collection, she really turns heads when she walks in a room.
Little country girls dream of having her closet.
Not only do her outfits always look interesting and cohesive, but they seem to reflect her personality and music style as well. We can mostly say t...
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Reba McEntire, Miranda Lambert, And Lainey Wilson Go Behind The Scenes On How Their New Single “Trailblazer” Was Made

“A red head, a blonde, and a… dirty blonde walk into a studio.”
Last month, Reba McEntire, Miranda Lambert and Lainey Wilson teamed up for a new single “Trailblazer,” a day after debuting the song at the ACM Awards. And recently, the powerhouse trio dropped a new video taking fans behind the scenes of the writing and recording process that went into creating the new song.
Released back in early May, “Trailblazer” was a captivating collaboration that celebrated the path that past country artists...
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The Haunted History Of One Of Tennessee’s Most Famous Hiking Destinations

Great Smoky Mountain National Park is a hub for Tennessee’s most famous and sought after hiking destinations. With spectacular views, frequent wildlife sightings, and a variety of trails, Cades Cove valley is high up on the list of most popular destinations to hit while traveling in Tennessee.
Cades Cove is a valley surrounded by mountains with an 11-mile one-way road looping around the area, giving travelers and hikers the opportunity to explore trails, utilize picnic areas, view wildlife, sigh...