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soft moon rising | Nairy Fstukh | Substack

by Nairy Fstukh

Nairy Fstukh's soft moon rising is an essay-newsletter by a surrealist artist and Jungian astrologer, exploring eros, cosmos, and culture with brutal softness.

Fiction Attic Press | Substack

by Fiction Attic Press

Fiction Attic Press publishes flash fiction, serial fiction, and memoir by new and established writers. Founded in 2005 by Michelle Richmond, it offers weekly stories and an extensive archive.

Creative, Inspired, ALIVE | Joanna Phoenix | Substack

by Joanna Phoenix

NYT bestselling author Evelyn Skye and writer Joanna Phoenix share essays, interviews, and book discussions, exploring creativity, writing, and inspired living.

Vale of Temptation Erotica | Orion Vale | Substack

by Orion Vale

Orion Vale crafts bold, literary gay erotica, offering immersive stories that explore desire, power, and passion with depth and vivid detail.

NewPages Newsletter | Substack

by NewPages

NewPages Newsletter delivers weekly literary updates, including announcements from magazines and presses, book reviews, writing prompts, and calls for submissions.

Rom-Coms & Traums | H.K. Green | Substack

by H.K. Green

H.K. Green's newsletter delivers bi-weekly updates on her writing projects, featuring cover reveals, release news, WIP insights, and ARC/beta reading opportunities.

writerbuilder | Hilary Gridley | Substack

by Hilary Gridley

Hilary Gridley, former Head of Product & AI at WHOOP, explores the merging of writing and building, offering insights on technology, careers, and life.

David Perell's How I Write | Substack

by David Perell

David Perell's How I Write features in-depth interviews with world-class writers – authors, musicians, CEOs – exploring their creative process and modern challenges.

The Halfway Cafe | Substack

by The Halfway Cafe

Dash MacIntyre delivers "halfway true comedy" and liberal commentary, lampooning Donald Trump with viral satire. His work, rated "Pants On Fire!" by PolitiFact, offers catharsis.

Write Despite | Nina Medić | Substack

by Nina Medić

Nina Medić's Write Despite champions authentic writing and stubborn persistence over rules. It fosters a supportive community for creating despite doubt and fear.

Writerly Things with Brooke Warner | Substack

by Brooke Warner

Publisher and author Brooke Warner shares weekly insights on the publishing industry, author mindset, and memoir writing, leveraging her 25 years of experience.

midnight crumbs | hannah bay | Substack

by hannah bay

`midnight crumbs` by Hannah Bay offers reflective essays on attention, modern life, and quiet moments of change. It provides gentle rituals and creative frameworks.

World Builders | Nathan Baugh | Substack

by Nathan Baugh

Nathan Baugh explores the art and science of storytelling, delving into techniques as starting points to unlock creativity and "let the music play."

la flor que escribe | rowina | Substack

by rowina

Experience 'la flor que escribe' with Rowina: cultivate your thoughts through unique insights and a community where every word blossoms.

Candy's House of Procrastination | Candy Gourlay | Substack

by Candy Gourlay

Candy Gourlay's 'Candy's House of Procrastination' is a mostly free newsletter that fosters community, encourages comments, and appreciates subscriber support.

知識複利週報 | Chi Chu | Substack

by Chi Chu

Chi Chu's 知識複利週報 helps knowledge workers build influence with systematic methods for effective knowledge output, covering writing, work tips, and life balance.

the stories club | lina | Substack

by lina

Lina's 'the stories club' shares her weekly column about life, inspiring writers to create stories from everyday experiences and keep writing, even with a busy schedule.

Sherman Alexie | Substack

by Sherman Alexie

Award-winning author Sherman Alexie shares essays, fiction, and poetry, offering unique observations and insights from his acclaimed career.

Step-by-Step Worldbuilding | Angeline Trevena | Substack

by Angeline Trevena

Indie author and fantasy cartographer Angeline Trevena provides practical, step-by-step worldbuilding guidance to create immersive worlds for fiction and RPGs.

Nada importa | Jesús Terrés | Substack

by Jesús Terrés

Author and writer Jesús Terrés (Condé Nast Traveler) pens intimate, personal, and literary reflections in Nada importa, fostering a community of sensitive readers.

Sci-fi and Fantasy Comics by Jemma Young Studios | Jemma M Young | Substack

by Jemma M Young

Comic artist Jemma Young shares updates on her acclaimed sci-fi and fantasy webcomics like Children of Eldair and Temerity. She crafts engaging stories with vivid visuals.

Unmapped Storylands with Elif Shafak | Substack

by Elif Shafak

Novelist Elif Shafak offers raw insights into a writer's solitary life, challenges for women authors, and shares literary fragments on creativity, identity, and humanity.

Weiss Journal | John Patrick Weiss | Substack

by John Patrick Weiss

Writer and former police chief John Patrick Weiss shares insights from 26 years in law enforcement and his master's in criminal justice.

The Happenings of Jeanne St. James, Romance Author | Substack

by Jeanne St. James

Romance author Jeanne St. James shares updates on her over 65 steamy romance novels, available in multiple languages and formats, featuring diverse characters.

Write With AI | Nicolas Cole | Substack

by Nicolas Cole

Write With AI teaches writers, creators, and entrepreneurs to master ChatGPT and Claude prompts, using AI as their digital writing assistant.

postmorton | kyle morton | Substack

by kyle morton

Kyle Morton of the band Typhoon offers updates on the band and, for paid subscribers, shares unreleased solo demos, recording experiments, and personal drawings.

The Joker and the Thief — Newsletter | Substack

by The Joker and the Thief

Trev Gibb meticulously preserves the extensive music and writing archive of his late friend, Peter Stone Brown, a gifted songwriter and Bob Dylan expert, sharing unreleased works.

CRAFT TALK | Jami Attenberg | Substack

by Jami Attenberg

Bestselling author Jami Attenberg hosts the #1000wordsofsummer writing project and offers weekly insights on craft, publishing, and creative life.

Starship Casual | Jeff Tweedy | Starship Casual | Substack

by Jeff Tweedy | Starship Casual

Jeff Tweedy (Wilco) shares unreleased music, candid road stories, songwriting insights, and personal musings, creating a direct community for fans.

Wrathos Books | Jinapher J. Hoffman | Substack

by Jinapher J. Hoffman

Jinapher J. Hoffman writes books in Wrathos, a bestselling multiverse of feminine rage. Her newsletter offers free eBooks, character art, book updates, and exclusive content.

Andrius Tapinas | Substack

by Andrius Tapinas

Andrius Tapinas offers 'Kronikas' commentary, collaborative essays, an interactive novel, a book club, podcasts, and sharp analysis on art and geopolitics.

Attention Economy | Leigh Stein | Substack

by Leigh Stein

Leigh Stein offers creative writers insider publishing industry info, creator economy analysis, and career advice for sustainable writing careers.

Making Comics | John Dudley | Substack

by John Dudley

John Dudley's weekly newsletter on making comics, sharing insights, lessons from mistakes, and creator interviews. For fans, makers, and aspiring artists.

Coffee & Catch Up with Heather Grace Stewart | Substack

by Heather Grace Stewart

Rom-com novelist Heather Grace Stewart shares behind-the-scenes chaos, writing updates, and real talk about her fast-paced, heart-filled love stories.

Sez Kristiansen | Substack

by Sez Kristiansen

Sez Kristiansen shares poetic field notes on our wild, whole nature, exploring inseparability and gentle resilience through weekly poems and reflections.

THE KUREISHI CHRONICLES | Hanif Kureishi | Substack

by Hanif Kureishi

Hanif Kureishi, immobilized after a severe fall, dictates raw, personal dispatches from his hospital bed, exploring writing, life, culture, and memories.

Ebony Oaten’s Reader Community | Substack

by Ebony Oaten

Author Ebony Oaten shares her world of Regency romance novellas (sweet & steamy) and award-winning YA novels written as Ebony McKenna.

Stories Told by Morgan Gold | Substack

by Morgan Gold

Stories Told delivers weekly comic-essays from a Vermont farmer, blending art and narrative to unpack one idea. Expect entertainment and a sharp new thought.

From the Brain of Lynn Cartia | Substack

by Lynn Cartia

Lynn Cartia delivers a unique, humorous mix of ramblings on current events, cocktails, and anything in between, promising an unpredictable and engaging read.

The Chatner | Daniel Lavery | Substack

by Daniel Lavery

Daniel M. Lavery's twice-weekly newsletter explores literature, humor, folklore, religion, and transmasculine coping strategies with his distinctive voice.

Austin Scholar | Substack

by Austin Scholar

Austin Scholar, a Stanford student, shares a teen's unique perspective on AI-powered education, adaptive learning, and essential life skills for thriving.

The House of Thorne | R. Adrian Thorne | Substack

by R. Adrian Thorne

R. Adrian Thorne crafts steamy, character-driven stories about desire, intimacy, and the secrets we keep, designed to be immersive and leave readers 'undone'.

Narratively Academy | Substack

by Narratively Academy

Narratively Academy offers writers a creative community, classes, and insights from the Narratively.com team to hone craft and achieve publishing dreams.

Ines Johnson is having a Breakdown | Substack

by Ines Johnson

Prolific romance author Ines Johnson shares systems and strategies for writing, publishing, and marketing, leveraging her decade of experience writing 100+ books.

Notes From Wherever We Are. | MaryBeth Bonfiglio | Substack

by MaryBeth Bonfiglio

MaryBeth Bonfiglio offers spellwork-like prose and personal narratives exploring land, spirit, folk magic, and creative liberation through an animistic lens.

Dianne Jacob's Newsletter | Substack

by Dianne Jacob

Dianne Jacob provides essential resources for food writers, bloggers, and cookbook authors, offering curated trends, skill development tips, and expert interviews.

Stories by Chance | Eleanor Chance | Substack

by Eleanor Chance

Eleanor Chance gives readers behind-the-scenes access to her Romantic Suspense and Historical Women’s Fiction. Expect sneak peeks, inspiration, and special offers.

Mini 1000 | Jami Attenberg | Substack

by Jami Attenberg

Mini 1000, hosted by Jami Attenberg, offers a concentrated 3-day writing challenge where participants commit to writing 1000 words daily.

In the Writing Burrow | Margaret Atwood | Substack

by Margaret Atwood

Award-winning author Margaret Atwood invites readers into 'In the Writing Burrow,' sharing her unique perspective on writing, creativity, and the literary world.

⚔️ Helen's Word | Helen Sword | Substack

by Helen Sword

Helen Sword, an award-winning scholar and author, shares expert guidance and inspiration to help academic and professional writers improve their craft.