As Director of Special Projects, Nicole Cammorata helps guide Mashable's editorial innovations, licensing programs, and specialty series. Previously, she was the site's Executive Editor and its very first Shopping Editor before that. Nicole is also Mashable's resident gifting expert and gets a thrill out of helping readers find the perfect present. She received a B.S. in Journalism from Boston University and an MFA in fiction writing from The New School. She lives in Maine with her husband, their three young children, and a backyard full of flowers.
Latest From Nicole Cammorata
These are the essential content creator tools for farmer and podcast host Jesse Frost
Plus, why he loves creating content for farmers.
Short-form video creator Kyle Krueger shares the tech essentials he's come to rely on
And the $1600 phone case he can't live without.
The best college graduation gifts for life in the real world
Hooray for a grad gift they'll actually use.
By Nicole Cammorata and Miller Kern
21 last-minute Valentine's Day gifts for procrastinators in love: Thoughtful gifts that won't feel rushed
Don't panic. Let's get strategic about this.
By Leah Stodart and Nicole Cammorata
What to get your girlfriend for Valentine's Day: 25+ sweet gift ideas that avoid the obvious
Romantic. Practical. Just plain cute. Whatever she's into, we have a spot-on gift idea for that.
Best Valentine's Day gifts for her: How to skip the clichés without skipping the romance
Candy and flowers are cute add-ons, but the cutest thing you could do is find something unique.
By Leah Stodart and Nicole Cammorata
The 60+ best Christmas gifts for 2025: Find unique gift ideas you'd never think of on your own
These are the gifts we've tried, tested, and loved this year — and the gifts on our own personal wishlists.
Best gifts for mom 2025: 60+ thoughtful gift ideas that she probably doesn't have yet
Surprise her with something sentimental or make her life easier with something practical.
60+ Christmas gifts for Dad he won't have to pretend to like
We've got some ideas you won't think of on your own.
By Mashable Shopping
Splurge-worthy gift ideas
Luxurious and well-made, these are the gifts that last.
The best gifts for toddlers according to a mom
What they'll play with again and again (and again).
The coolest kitchen gear and gadgets we'll always recommend
We tried them, we love them, and you need them.
21 Amazon finds that every toddler parent needs
Top picks from a mom who's been there.
Amazon Prime Day parenting deals: As a mom of two (and a shopping editor), these are my favorite deals
Every penny saved goes directly into the diaper fund.
My kids are obsessed with Toniebox. Get starter sets on sale for $99 during Prime Day.
Screen-free entertainment for the whole family.
Unique gift ideas for men who say they have everything
Interesting men deserve interesting gifts.
By Mashable Shopping
Best Father's Day gifts: Surprise Dad with something memorable
We promise there are better options than a mug that says "Dad."
By Leah Stodart and Nicole Cammorata
The best gifts for high school grads
Who says a practical gift can't also be fun?
By Mashable Shopping
Best graduation gifts for her: Gift ideas for college grads
These gifts scream "congratulations."
By Nicole Cammorata and Miller Kern
Former Meta executive turned app founder Shauna Sweeney on the power of moms
"Working moms are not just multitasking, we’re multi-living."
Influencer mom on finding her voice: At home, online, and at work
"Motherhood gave me the push I needed."
