Allie Nguyen

I am a freelance writer/editor based in London with experience in writing/editing blog articles, social media content, and fiction novels.

My Published Work

Here are some published articles I have worked on:

LovePanky - Your Guide to Better Love and Relationships •

10 Most Important Stages of a Breakup & How to Get Through Each Of Them

Breakups are inevitable when it comes to our search for love. Here are 10 stages of a breakup and how to get through them.

No matter which stage of a breakup you’re in, we can all agree that breakups suck. Especially when you’ve been with someone for so long that they’re all you know.

You spend so much time with them, thinking they could be the one, and then one day, you wake up and they’re gone. Now you have to rearrange your world to fill the space they left. You feel like you’re no longer i
Allie in London •

15 Things I Didn’t know at Fifteen

I’ve been doing some self-reflection after having a conversation with a friend from high school. We dug up our cringest messages and memories and had a good laugh together about how immature and innocent we once were.

It’s crazy to think how fast time flies, and how different my life is now at 24 in comparison to the life I thought I would have when I was 15.

So here are 15 things I wish I could tell my fifteen-year-old self:

You need to stop looking at yourself in the mirror every morning be
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How to Write a Heartfelt, Touching Goodbye Letter & Make Someone Cry

Writing a letter is the best way to express your feelings. So how do you write a successful goodbye letter that makes someone cry?

Do you want to make someone cry in a goodbye letter? You don’t need to practice the speech in front of your mirror or fight your anxiety when you approach them. You can write a meaningful letter in the comfort of your bedroom without any pressure to get your feelings across.

[Read: Here’s what I’ve always wanted to say in a letter to my ex]

When to write a goodbye
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Why Do I Always Choose the Wrong Guy & Repeat the Same Mistakes?

YOU may be the reason you keep choosing the wrong guys. Read these 15 reasons and learn from your mistakes.

You’re probably tired of asking yourself: “Why do I always choose the wrong guy?”

We all know that the outside counts, but many women fail to realize that the inside does, too. Physical attributes draw us to each other in the first place, but it won’t take long to realize that his curly locks and killer abs aren’t all he’s made of.

If you’ve instead placed all your focus on his external
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‘Sometimes Friends Grow Together and Grow Apart’: Reflecting on Adult Female Friendships — Heroica Women

I was half drunk on the floor when I opened my best friend’s text messages that I should have read two days ago.

Can you help me with something? It’s kinda important

It’s okay; I figured it out

Btw, I don’t know what’s gotten into you lately, but it feels like I can’t count on you anymore

The other night I really needed your help, but you didn’t even read my message

You never tell me about anything and you’re in a different country

I understand that you have things going on in your life, b
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New Relationship Doubts: 17 Toxic & Normal Signs to Read What You Feel

It’s totally normal to have doubts about a new relationship. But how do we know when to trust our guts? Let’s find out through these 17 signs.

When entering a new relationship after a toxic one or after a long time being single, it’s pretty common to have new relationship doubts. This may stem from your fear of messing it up, or your partner behaving differently from the beginning, or you projecting your own insecurities onto them.

These feelings don’t just disappear in one night, and old woun
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13 Best 5-star Halkidiki Hotels on the Beach - OverseasAttractions.com

Halkidiki is a famous tourist destination in northern Greece with breathtaking seafronts. And if you’re looking for hotels right on the beach, you’re in luck. There are plenty of 5-star beachfront properties perfect for family vacations, romantic honeymoons, and party groups. Besides water views, we’ll show you rooms with private pools, balconies, and luxurious amenities. If you want to splurge, you may even opt for the high-end Presidential suites and villas. Here are the best 5-star Halkidiki
The London Local •

11 DECADENTLY Best Vegan Bakeries in London

So we meet again to find the best vegan bakeries in London. This day had to come – after all, I have already enlightened you with the most instagrammable vegan cookies and vegan donuts in London. Why shouldn’t I keep going with my quest for the best vegan bakery in London? I know, right?

The possibility to get vegan cakes, brownies, and cupcakes with gluten free options in London is above and beyond anything we could have wished for a few years ago. I’ve written quite a bit about the best vegan
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12 Best Luxury Thassos Hotels on the Beach - OverseasAttractions.com

Thassos is one of Greek’s most beautiful islands, most known for its rich history and golden sandy beaches. While it’s a quiet location, it still promises the best vacation experience with its luxury beach hotels. Whether you’re planning a honeymoon, a family trip, or a five-star getaway, there’s a perfect match for you on this list. Some rooms even have private pools if the beach is not enough. Before you plan, here are the best luxury Thassos hotels on the beach.

This hotel is surrounded by a
Allie in London •

Living alone in London (when you have anxiety)

I’ve been struggling with anxiety for as long as I can remember. When I was a kid, my anxiety was labelled as shyness, and I was constantly told that I would ‘grow out of it one day’. Now at 24, I can confirm that I never did. I just learned to accept and live with it.

One thing I’ve discovered is that I get less anxious when I’m doing things by myself because chances are nobody is paying attention to me, and if anything goes wrong, I won’t be judged. And when I moved to London last year, I dec
The London Local •

10 Best Free Libraries To Study in London (Or Work)

Trying to find the best libraries to study in London where you can work for free can get quite overwhelming, especially when you have just moved to the city. Some time ago I wrote about the best cafes to work in London and it seems to have helped quite a few of you. That’s why I thought that I would write about amazing London study spots, aka the best free libraries to study in London or work if you’re a freelancer.

Whenever I’m I’m roaming the city, I’m always going to be looking for a public
Allie in London •

I Wrote A Love Letter Using Taylor Swift’s Lyrics

This is for a creative project I did in class. Some of the lyrics have been altered slightly to match the story/theme.

It’s been a while since I have even heard from you.2 I’m doing good. I’m on some new shit, been saying ‘yes’ instead of ‘no’.3

I rent a place on Cornelia Street.4 I enjoyed nights in Brixton5, but you know I left a part of me back in New York. There goes the loudest woman this town has ever seen.6

I’ve been having a hard time adjusting.7 But it’s okay, life is a tough crowd.
Allie in London •

When My Mother Smelled Like Makeup

My mother is a teacher. When I was little, I used to love watching her get ready for school. She would put on the prettiest áo dài, tie up her hair in a bun, and she would always smell so good, like a flower.

Before I knew it was the scent of her makeup, I’d assumed women would have a different smell when they went to work or to an event. At home, when she was wearing her matching pyjamas sets without any makeup on, she’d smell like mum. I couldn’t describe that smell; I just knew it was nice b
The London Local •

9 Aesthetic Places in London To Study & Work For Freelancers & Students

Aesthetic places in London make up the bulk of the city if I dare say so. As a freelancer working half of the year from London and half of the year in Rome (especially during winter time), I’m always looking for quiet places to study near me. There are lots of study areas in London and free libraries to work. Yet, I want to highlight the fact that even as a freelancer, I keep learning and so, good and quiet public places to study near me are always a must. It’s not always easy to be a freelancer