Amanda Loesch is a fifth-year undergraduate writer at Virginia Wesleyan University, specializing in both creative and analytical writing. With a strong focus on the horror genre, Amanda blends in-depth analysis with compelling narratives that captivate and disturb. When not delving into the eerie and unknown, Amanda is busy navigating the challenges of being a full-time undergraduate student while balancing the demands of a full-time job as an Assistant Store Manager for an athletics company. Outside of work and study, Amanda shares a home with two cats, a dog, and five hermit crabs, who offer both companionship and occasional chaos. Previously published for her poetry, Amanda is eager to expand her reach and continue sharing her work in a variety of literary spaces.