About Me
October 2024: Speaking with Kerry Offsey, Design Director of Hines Collective, during the Saatva Breakfast in Bed Series at Saatva Viewing Room in Philadelphia, PA (Photo: Jon Fleming)
When I was around 12 years old, I approached Bandai USA about a toy idea. While they couldn't make my dream of a Sailor Moon Tamagotchi a reality, they did offer me a role as their very first e-Correspondent. I reviewed new Bandai products and reported what was popular among kids my age. (Take a trip through the Wayback Machine, if you dare.)
A quarter of a century later, I'm still sharing buying advice and reviewing products for several of the world's top online publications. I'm no longer writing about Tamagotchi. Sleep is my niche these days. You'll usually find me testing mattresses and pillows, tinkering with wearables, or picking experts' brains to better understand how we can sleep and feel our best.
However, one of the things I love about freelancing is the flexibility to explore other interests. I also dabble in reviews and roundups for software, tech, home goods, and skincare. No matter what I'm testing or researching, you can always count on me to be thorough and honest.
When I'm not working, I like to keep myself fit by walking, jogging, and training martial arts. (I'm a third-degree black belt in Tang Soo Do.) I also like to try new recipes, dive into graphic novels, pretend I'm the next American Idol while singing karaoke, and dote on my adorable niece.
From virtual pets to virtual reality? (No, this is a futuristic sound pod.)
Writing
Hard at work. Really!
Looking for someone to craft thorough, honest mattress reviews? I've tested beds from Saatva, Tempur-Pedic, Nectar, and other renowned brands.Reviewing the world's best mattresses has given me a keen understanding of what consumers should look for when buying a new bed. I showcase that knowledge through curated buying guides, helping readers shop for firm mattresses, fiberglass-free mattresses, and even mattresses for sex.I also like to go beyond the reviews and explore other aspects of the mattress industry. I took a tour of the chic and relaxing Saatva Viewing Room in my hometown, stopped by Casper Sleep Labs in Brooklyn to learn more about one of the best mattress-in-a-box brands in the biz, and spent a night sleeping on the incredible Bryte Balance AI-Powered Smart Bed at the Park Terrace Hotel.I've interviewed some fascinating personalities in the sleep and wellness world, too, including the world's first sleep influencer, a renowned author and sleep doctor, and the inventor of a $10,000 immersive sound pod.
My cat Alex features in most of my mattress reviews.
Every now and then, I like to shake things up, so I also write about CRM software, home goods, tech, and beauty. What makes me so versatile? An open mind, a love of learning, and a willingness to find the right people to answer the questions I can't.
Testimonials
My work speaks volumes; my clients' kind words amplify it...
"Alison can always be relied upon to produce well-informed, clearly written and accurate copy. She also communicates well, follows instructions and is just a pleasure to work with overall."- Ruth Hamilton, Sleep Editor, Future Plc (TechRadar)
"Alison is a freelancer who truly makes her clients' lives easier. She wrote dozens of articles for us and always applied my feedback to future pieces, which helped us maintain momentum. She also brought new ideas to the table that improved how we reviewed software for our readers. Beyond her quality research and writing, she's a joy to work with."- Meghan Lafferty, Associate Director of Content, TechnologyAdvice (Selling Signals)