Joanna Sommer

Joanna Sommer is the managing editor at InsideHook. Since joining InsideHook in 2023, she's covered a range of topics, from the likes of internet, social media, culture, books and the publishing industry, and sex and dating. She graduated from James Madison University and the Columbia Publishing Course in 2022.

All Articles From Joanna Sommer

What Is the “Gen Z Stare”?

Have you ever been given a blank stare by a younger colleague? You’re not alone.

Why Did Everyone Get So Obsessed With “Love Island”?

The reality dating show’s seventh American season broke streaming records, received hundreds of millions of views on social media and captivated audiences of all genders and ages

So Your Partner Says She Wants “Princess Treatment”?

Is opening the car door “princess treatment”? What about a woman not speaking to anyone else while out with her husband? A viral TikTok is sparking heated discussions.

Review: We Tested Thermacell’s Rechargeable Mosquito Repellent

It’s portable, easy to use and starts working fast

Women Are Coping With Men in This New TikTok Trend

Using audio from Lorde’s new song “Man Of The Year,” women are sharing stories of diabolic things men have done to them

There’s Never Been a Better Time to Be a Dull Man

Gather 'round, men with nerdy hobbies and unstereotypical interests. Society’s “dull” is the new “incredibly attractive.”

Why Do Men Want to Participate in Extreme Sex Stunts Like Bonnie Blue’s?

While the OnlyFans creator has received plenty of criticism for her sex stunts, there’s a demographic that’s essential to her fame that deserves more of it

TikTok Shop Wants to Be Your New Favorite Bookstore

The app has become a major force in the publishing industry. As evidenced by its recent #BookRecs campaign, it wants to be a major bookseller, too.

Tinder Is Testing Out a New Height Filter

Will men stop lying about being 6 feet tall once and for all?

Please Don’t Refer to Women as “Females”

An explainer on the difference between referring to a group of women as “women” versus “females”

Reminder: Smashing Your Wife’s Face in Your Wedding Cake Is Unforgivable

Unless you agree on it beforehand, then go ahead and do you

Young Men Are Looking for “Manly Cities” to Live In

What does this even mean? We break it down.

What Was That Bill Belichick Interview?

After his interview on "CBS News Sunday Morning," we’re not so sure

Add These to Your Collection of Well-Made Goods

Two heirloom-quality bags and a uniquely knit heavyweight T-shirt from Bleu de Chauffe could be yours

Think You Have an Intense Morning Routine? Think Again.

If you're not rubbing banana peel on your face, are you even living?