James Austin is a Staff Writer at Wirecutter. He covers hobbies and games, with a particular focus on retail and brick-and-mortar experiences, as well as fitness and wellness programs. His work has been featured in HRZone, DualShockers, Identity Newsroom, The New York Times, BioRxiv, and Barbados Underground.
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James Austin primarily covers how-to guides and reviews, focusing on a wide range of topics including tech, house & home, and gaming. He may be interested in pitches that provide tips for using new technologies or products related to travel, board games, flexible working laws, drones, cleaning, card games, or video games.
Considering his focus on providing practical advice and recommendations through how-to guides and reviews across various lifestyle topics such as tech gadgets, household items like mugs and umbrellas, board games for adults and kids alike along with insights into flexible working laws; experts who can offer unique perspectives or actionable tips within these areas could capture James's interest.
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Card games may be the simplest kind of game, but that doesn’t mean they’re lacking fun or innovation. We’ve tested 28 card games to find the best of the best.
The best strategy games pit you against your friends in an intense battle of wits. These are six of our favorites.
By: Rosie Guerin, Abigail Keel, James Austin, Caira Blackwell
Tired of cornhole? We tested the best lawn games for parks, beaches, tailgates, and backyard parties all summer long.
By: James Austin
Finding a place for all of your tabletop games can be tricky, but a Kallax and some adjustments make it easier.
Halloween can be any time of the year when you’re playing our favorite spooky games.
By: James Austin, Bill Dahl, Ahmet Ertegun, David Ritz, Jerry Wexler
Ray Charles Genius And Soul: The 50th Anniversary Collection (Album).
After testing 36 drones since 2016, we’ve found the DJI Air 3S to be the best drone for most photographers and videographers.
By: James Austin
America’s Biggest Gaming Convention Just Wrapped. These Are the Five Board Games We’re Most Excited to Test.
Fantasy sports can seem intimidating, but ESPN Fantasy Games, with its useful features and user-friendly layout, is the best option for most beginners.
Modern board games are wonderful examples of interactive art, but their complexity can be intimidating. These picks ease new players into the hobby.
