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Aja Romano


Aja Romano is a geek culture reporter and fandom expert. Their reporting at the Daily Dot covered everything from Harry Potter and anime to Tumblr and Gamergate. Romano joined Vox as a staff reporter in 2016.

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10 things Tumblr can teach Yahoo about the Internet

One of the Internet's oldest companies has a lot to learn from the young community it just acquired.

On May 20, 2013 by Aja Romano

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Yahoo just swallowed the best Tumblr community you’ve never heard of

Before the Yumblr tag was all about rumors of Yahoo buying Tumblr, it was devoted to a thriving foodie fandom full of original characters.

On May 18, 2013 by Aja Romano

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“Sanditon” role-playing is so popular that Twitter mistook it for spam

Fans of the new series from the creators of the Lizzie Bennet Diaries are wildly enthusiastic on Twitter.

On May 16, 2013 by Aja Romano

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Fired Amy’s Baking Company waitress shares her story on Reddit

After Amy's Baking Company had a series of public meltdowns, one of its victims is having her moment in the spotlight.

On May 16, 2013 by Aja Romano

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“Brave” fans win: Disney will keep the old Merida

After fans spoke out online, the heroine of Brave won't be getting a sexy princess makeover after all.

On May 15, 2013 by Aja Romano

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Did J.R. Smith miss? Check Twitter

The Knicks star has hit a cold streak, but that hasn't stopped him from shooting in the playoffs. 

On May 15, 2013 by Aja Romano

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Bronies officially have their own nonprofit

The Brony Thank You Fund, started on Indiegogo, is now a legitimate nonprofit organization.

On May 15, 2013 by Aja Romano

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Why “My Little Pony” fandom is freaking out over “Equestria Girls”

When is a pony not a pony? When she's transformed into a teenage girl.

On May 15, 2013 by Aja Romano

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Why fanfic is better than any fake boyfriend

There’s an even better, less expensive way to go about the elaborate business of obtaining romantic fulfillment without a real-life investment.

On May 14, 2013 by Aja Romano

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Benedict Cumberbatch fans fuel Indiegogo campaign

With four days to go, Little Favours has raised more than $115,000. Not bad for a first timer's short film project.

On May 14, 2013 by Aja Romano

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Joss Whedon is alive and on Twitter

JWhen @JossActual showed up on Twitter this morning, it was with a wit and verve that can only be described as, well, Whedonesque.

On May 13, 2013 by Aja Romano

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Lizzie Bennet Diaries team takes on “Sanditon,” Austen’s unfinished novel

Fans of Gigi Darcy should definitely tune in to the new series from the LBD team.

On May 13, 2013 by Aja Romano

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$40-million heist proves a timeless morality play

Every great heist comes with at least one major twist. This one was no exception.

On May 10, 2013 by Aja Romano

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Publishing’s gender bias becomes a cover story

One YA author's casual challenge to reverse the gendered marketing on book covers has spurred a wide debate about stereotypes and standards.

On May 10, 2013 by Aja Romano

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Celebrate all the things: Hyperbole and a Half is back

Between 2009 and 2011, Hyperbole and a Half became an unexpected cultural touchstone for the Internet.

On May 9, 2013 by Aja Romano