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Saratonin

by Sara Benincasa

Author Sara Benincasa shares funny, smart, and weird original writing and recommendations, co-edited by a powerful elderly cat. Covers creativity, mental health, and humor.

Zubair’s Bookshelf

by Zubair’s Bookshelf

Zubair's Bookshelf explores and reviews a variety of books, offering readers a curated selection and insightful discussions from Zubair.

A Lábia | Ana Lima Cecilio | Substack

by Ana Lima Cecilio

Ana Lima Cecilio, Flip curator and book professional, writes A Lábia weekly, recommending diverse books and connecting them to the real world.

Zillion Trillion | Victoria de la Fuente | Substack

by Victoria de la Fuente

Victoria de la Fuente's Zillion Trillion is a no-BS edit of motherhood and design. It offers useful recs for stylish baby gear and honest parenting advice, plus a podcast.

Zibby's Highlights | Zibby Owens | Substack

by Zibby Owens

Award-winning author and host Zibby Owens shares weekly insights into books, authors, and publishing, plus exclusive Z.I.P. membership content.

Read More Books | Jeremy Anderberg | Substack

by Jeremy Anderberg

Jeremy Anderberg's 'Read More Books' offers weekly reading recommendations across diverse genres to nearly 15,000 readers. He also runs 'The Big Read' book club.

Read the Classics with Henry Eliot | Substack

by Henry Eliot

Henry Eliot, editor and author of The Penguin Classics Book, leads weekly classic book read-alongs and discussions, exploring timeless literature with unique insights.

Trending Romance | Substack

by Trending Romance

Trending Romance offers monthly reports on trending novels, weekly most-read lists, discount alerts, and sneak peeks, all from certified romance nerds.

Paula Lester's Paranormal Cozy Mystery Newsletter

by Paula Lester, Cozy Author

Cozy author Paula Lester shares updates and insights related to her paranormal cozy mystery novels and the broader genre.

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.

Bel Canto Books | Substack

by Bel Canto Books

Bel Canto Books is a Filipina-led indie bookstore curating fiction & nonfiction by women & people of color. Get literary events & recommendations.

Breakfast at Tiffany's | Tiffany Shlain | Substack

by Tiffany Shlain

Artist, filmmaker, and Webby Awards founder Tiffany Shlain offers monthly curated cultural recommendations and personal insights into her art, films, and books.

The Booker Prizes | Substack

by The Booker Prizes

Discover news, recommendations, interviews, and reading guides from The Booker Prize and International Booker Prize teams, celebrating fiction.

Friday Night Readers | Julianne Buonocore | Substack

by Julianne Buonocore

Julianne Buonocore's Friday Night Readers helps book lovers read like Rory Gilmore, offering reading challenges, guides, and a cozy Stars Hollow-style community.

Tome: Social Reading Tracker

by Tome

Tome: Social Reading Tracker cultivates a community for avid readers to connect, share interests, and discuss books and articles.

Slow Scottish Stories | Molly Ella | Substack

by Molly Ella

Molly Ella shares stories and musings from her slow life in the Scottish Highlands, fostering a community around simple joys, reading, and a less digital existence.

The Aesthetic Edit | Leigh Weingus | Substack

by Leigh Weingus

Best friends Leigh and Reika combine writing and interior design expertise to deliver practical home advice, affordable decor picks, and lifestyle content.

She Reads Romance Books | Leslie | Substack

by Leslie

Leslie, the romance-obsessed founder of She Reads Romance Books, provides weekly lists, reviews, and challenges. Join her book club for author Q&As.

El boletín de Joker | Libreria Joker | Substack

by Libreria Joker

Fernando Tarancón, bookseller at Librería Joker (Bilbao), offers a personal view of the comic book trade, sharing new releases, recommendations, and reflections.

Great Reads

by John Biggs

John Biggs offers weekly insights and monthly book reviews, advocating for the written word in a visual age. He shares thoughts on reading, tech, and the future.

Misty Evans Feel Good Fiction | Misty Evans - Storyteller | Substack

by Misty Evans - Storyteller

Misty Evans, a USA TODAY bestselling author of urban fantasy and romance, shares book news, personal stories, and insights into direct author support.

A Weekly Dose of Architecture Books

by John Hill

John Hill, a registered architect and author, delivers weekly insights into new and recently published architecture books, along with relevant industry news.

FictionMatters | Sara Hildreth | Substack

by Sara Hildreth

English scholar Sara Hildreth explores the power of fiction, offering thoughtful book recommendations and deep dives into reading practices.

Home | India Knight | Substack

by India Knight

Novelist and Sunday Times writer India Knight shares her enthusiasms for books, food, home life, interiors, and gardens, with personal chat.

Magic Monday

by Chris Lowry

Magic Monday offers weekly recommendations for magic-themed books (Harry Potter, Harry Dresden, etc.), with purchase links and bonus content for fans.

Beth Brower Scribbles Away | Substack

by Beth Brower

Novelist Beth Brower shares personal anecdotes about her life as a writer, her storytelling journey, and the inspirations behind her acclaimed books.

Deidra’s Bookstack

by Deidra Duncan

Deidra’s Bookstack cultivates a community where readers can connect and share their passion for books and literature.

In The Loop with Lake Shore Lady | Lauren Nolan | Substack

by Lauren Nolan

Lauren Nolan of Lake Shore Lady offers candid reflections on new motherhood and life, alongside recommendations on parenting, books, TV, and shopping.

Inside Books di Ilenia Zodiaco | Substack

by Ilenia

Ilenia Zodiaco's Inside Books provides a millennial, pop perspective on literature and publishing. It features critical analysis, literary gems, and a unique classics reading group.

Romancing the Data | Lady Jane | Substack

by Lady Jane

Lady Jane explores romance novels through a data lens, offering spreadsheet-inspired insights into subgenres, tropes, and authors with a personal touch.

The Biblioracle Recommends

by John Warner

Chicago Tribune books columnist John Warner provides human-curated book and culture recommendations and insights on writing from his experience as an author.

Bookmarked Reads

by Nicole Barbaro Simovski, Ph.D.

Dr. Nicole Barbaro Simovski, a psychology PhD, reviews 60+ non-fiction books yearly, spanning science, history, and current affairs, offering curated recommendations.

Downtime | Alisha Ramos | Substack

by Alisha Ramos

Alisha Ramos's Downtime is a weekly newsletter for book lovers, offering recommendations, author interviews, essays, cultural picks, and a monthly book club.

Stories with Hart

by Jennifer L. Hart

Jennifer L. Hart's Stories with Hart is a community for readers of paranormal women's fiction, providing engaging content and a space for discussion.

A reading life | Petya K. Grady | Substack

by Petya K. Grady

Petya K. Grady offers weekly book recommendations, reading tips, and essays for an intellectually inspired life. Join a community of readers.

Literary Leanings | Michelle Martin | Substack

by Michelle Martin

Michelle Martin curates weekly book recommendations and musings on life from her home in coastal Maine, connecting 5,000+ readers who love books.

Good Thing Going | Substack

by Good Thing Going

Lena Dunham's Good Thing Going Digest offers a candid survey of her reading, behind-the-scenes insights, and bibliophilic miscellany from the acclaimed writer/director.

Secret Stuff by Laura Tremaine | Substack

by Laura Tremaine

Author and podcaster Laura Tremaine hosts Secret Stuff, a private community for intimate essays, conversations, book clubs, and monthly Zoom gatherings.

The Real Book Spy | Substack

by The Real Book Spy

Industry insider Ryan Steck, The Real Book Spy, provides exclusive news, thousands of book reviews, and author interviews in the mystery/thriller world.

Friends & Fiction Endless Stories

by Friends & Fiction

Friends & Fiction Endless Stories delves into captivating narratives and literary discussions from a community of authors.

Book(ish) | Natasha Poliszczuk | Substack

by Natasha Poliszczuk

Natasha Poliszczuk's Book(ish) offers engaging book recommendations, author interviews, and a book club, with delightful detours into frocks, decor, and life.

The Well-Dressed Garden’s Substack | Pollyanna Wilkinson | Substack

by Pollyanna Wilkinson

Pollyanna Wilkinson, a Sunday Times Bestseller author and garden designer, offers expert advice on gardening and design, plus personal lifestyle insights.

Chantel Reads All Day | Substack

by Chantel Reads All Day

Chantel is a Christian "book pusher" sharing no-spice book recommendations, focusing on heavy, dark themes where light wins. Also active on BookTube & Instagram.

Books + Bits | Pandora Sykes | Substack

by Pandora Sykes

Pandora Sykes presents Books + Bits, the UK's No.1 newsletter, delivering expertly curated book recommendations, interviews, and essential cultural insights.

Epic Fantasy Newsletter

by Devin Arscott

Get updates from Devin Arscott's Epic Fantasy Studios, focusing on writing-related content in the epic fantasy genre.

No More Shitty Books | Substack

by No More Shitty Books

No More Shitty Books offers fun, no-pressure reviews of fiction, cookbooks, memoirs & self-help, helping readers get the scoop on books before buying.

Escrevedeira Centro Cultural | Substack

by Escrevedeira Centro Cultural

Weekly, the Escrevedeira Centro Cultural newsletter delivers original literary texts from teachers and students, book tips, and cultural activity updates.

Shelf Space Sci-Fi | Joshua James | Substack

by Joshua James

Shelf Space Sci-Fi delivers exclusive deals, new release alerts, and free books from bestselling sci-fi authors, helping fans discover new reads at great prices.

What To Read If | Elizabeth | Substack

by Elizabeth

Elizabeth Held's What to Read If offers weekly curated, timely, and diverse book recommendations, personalized picks, and interviews with writers.

Book Enthusiast | Becca Freeman | Substack

by Becca Freeman

Author Becca Freeman (The Christmas Orphans Club) shares book recs, life updates, and novel news. Paid access includes personal essays.