Hollie April

Dating and Relationships Writer
Hollie April is a freelance dating and relationships writer covering various topics around love, culture, and online dating. A queer and pansexual dating veteran, she's frequently the agony aunt of her friendship group and dispenses what she hopes is great advice, often over even better martinis. Hollie has been working with Zoosk to create engaging and helpful content for online daters navigating the world of love and relationships.

Articles

Happy couple lying in bed at home smiling and kissing after she sent a romantic goodnight text for him.
January 24, 2023 • By Hollie April

Goodnight Texts For Him: 51 Romantic Messages To Show Him You Really Care

Goodnight texts for him are a great way to create a meaningful connection with a partner. Communication is key to any good relationship, especially if your man relates to words of affirmation as his core love language.  But, where do you start when it comes to crafting the best goodnight text for him? The first …

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Young, smiling woman standing outdoors on a bridge and using mobile phone for Instagram dating.
June 21, 2022 • By Hollie April

The Rise of Instagram Dating: Here’s Why It’s Becoming A Thing Now

The world of modern dating can be bewildering. Trying to find the best dating app for a relationship can leave you with an overwhelming choice. And, to add to the confusion, there’s a growing trend of using apps that are not designed for dating, including Instagram.  Yep, you read that right: Instagram dating is a …

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rainbow written in chalk with the word together written on the sidewalk for Pride Month.
June 1, 2022 • By Hollie April

This Pride Month And Beyond, Let’s Remove Barriers To Queerness

When you think of Pride Month, you likely think about rainbows. Huge, colorful flags carried by gregarious people wearing hot pants and vibrant eyeshadow. The parades and events of Pride often suit those who are outgoing, body-positive, and able to be proud in a visible, eye-catching way.  But Pride Month is for everyone, and in …

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Women listing to songs about self love
May 25, 2022 • By Hollie April

30 Of The Best Self-Love Songs For When You Need A Boost

Actively taking care of our mental health isn’t always easy. We all work hard to create a healthy work-life balance to leave time and space for our social lives. But, amongst this often hectic routine, it can be easy to forget about the best kind of love: self-love. And, although fitting this concept into your …

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lgbtq couple watching the best lgbtq movies on Netflix
March 11, 2022 • By Hollie April

The Best LGBTQ Movies On Netflix: Our Favorite Love Stories

Everyone loves a romantic night in. Getting comfy on the sofa with some popcorn and a good movie is unbeatable at times. For LGBTQ+ couples though, it can sometimes be harder to plan a movie night that really hits home. Where do you start when it comes to trying to find good LGBTQ movies on …

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Happy, young woman sitting on sofa using laptop to meet people online while being aware of online dating red flags.
January 21, 2022 • By Hollie April

Online Dating Red Flags: The No-Nos You Don’t Want To Ignore

Spotting potential online dating red flags isn’t always easy. Although dating apps have become the mainstream, especially post-pandemic, knowing how to stay safe online is as important as ever. But, what are red flags when online dating? And how can you spot them to help avoid a Tinder Swindler-type scenario? Having a few tips and …

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Man sitting at a table using laptop and smiling while virtual dating.
December 6, 2021 • By Hollie April

Virtual Dating: How The Pandemic And Technology Changed The Dating Landscape

There’s no getting away from it: COVID-19 changed so many things about our lives forever. This includes the way that we date. Virtual dating became the norm as we weren’t able to arrange spontaneous in-person dates. This helped us to keep the spark alive until we could be with people IRL again. “Dating during COVID-19 …

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Couple cuddling together outside during winter, wrapped in blankets and enjoying cuffing season.
November 17, 2021 • By Hollie April

Cuffing Season Rules: Don’t Get Your Fingers Burnt

Cuffing season rules can be tricky to navigate. It’s the time of year when singles seek to settle down with someone to avoid being alone during the chilly fall and winter months. The season tends to run from October to February when cuddling up on the sofa in front of an open fire is a …

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Woman in bath smiling and texting funny response to "what's up" message.
October 27, 2021 • By Hollie April

20+ Flirty And Funny Responses To “What’s Up?” Text

So, you’ve been on a date or two with someone you like and things seem promising. Perhaps there was a flurry of initial flirty conversation, but now you’re trying to come up with a funny response to a “what’s up” text? Your date wants to stay in touch and let you know that they’re thinking …

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