Carolanne Griffith Roberts Carolanne Griffith Roberts' range extends from entertainment (reviews, celebrity interviews, newspaper columns) to 26 years+ writing/leading departments of Travel, Features and Special Sections for Southern Living. She also has a long history in cultural public relations in a unique state agency in her native West Virginia; and currently freelances writing speeches, annual reports, business profiles, and fund-raising campaigns. She also manages a robust pro bono career for her greater community. About Southern Living Southern Living, a Dotdash Meredith Brand, celebrates the food, homes, places, and culture of the South. We reach 7.2 million readers a month. Our content is written by experienced journalists and fact checked for accuracy. Learn more about us and our editorial guidelines.