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Mad Woman

by Amanda Montei

Amanda Montei's Mad Woman examines books and culture through a feminist lens, delving into art, power, gender, feelings, madness, and pathology.

cook club

by Stephanie

Cook Club fosters a community where food enthusiasts share interests, engage in discussions, and support culinary exploration through subscriptions.

A Fan's Notes,

by Nick Hornby

Novelist Nick Hornby offers his takes on music, books, movies, writing, football, TV, and occasional politics. Some longer pieces will be paywalled.

The Metropolitan Review | Substack

by The Metropolitan Review

The Metropolitan Review is a books and culture magazine delivering serious, entertaining criticism of books, film, TV, and art, plus new fiction and poetry.

波士頓書評 Boston Review of Books

by 波士頓書評 Boston Review of Books

Boston Review of Books is an independent NGO media introducing humanities and social sciences to the Chinese community, upholding "No forbidden zones in reading."

Arts & Letters Daily | Substack

by Arts & Letters Daily

Arts & Letters Daily curates 20,000+ articles, reviews, and essays on art and ideas since 1998. Described by its founder as a "reading list — with attitude."

Wolf

by radicaledward

Wolf by radicaledward delivers weekly essays on books, music, movies, and games, occasionally delving into politics. The author also publishes novels.

Words About Birds

by GrrlScientist

GrrlScientist covers science, biology, zoology, conservation, and health in reports, stories, and reviews. New MWF.

News & Reviews by Bri Lee | Substack

by Bri Lee

Bri Lee's News & Reviews, Australia's top literature newsletter, delivers insightful essays, interviews, and a seasonal online festival covering books, law, and culture.

Beauty & the Bookzz | Cyndy Morgan | Substack

by Cyndy Morgan

Author Cyndy Morgan writes 'Conrad's Version,' an intimate reimagining of a beloved story from his perspective, offering weekly chapters, insights, and a community.

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.

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.

Deidra’s Bookstack

by Deidra Duncan

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

Receipt from the Bookshop | Katie Clapham | Substack

by Katie Clapham

Katie Clapham's Receipt from the Bookshop is a weekly dispatch from her bookshop, chronicling daily life, customers, and transactions. Paid members get bonus content.

The Romantasy

by The Romantasy

The Romantasy explores why the romantasy genre is booming, dissecting its tropes, characters, authors, and trends with deep dives, audio reactions, and book recommendations.

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.

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.

Youtini | Substack

by Youtini

The Youtini Dispatch delivers weekly Star Wars news, book and comic releases, and insights, fostering a positive community for fans with reviews and reading guides.

The Unseen Review | Jessie Lethaby | Substack

by Jessie Lethaby

Book critic Jess Lethaby helps readers discover compelling new and backlist titles across fiction, nonfiction, and classics. Offers insightful reviews, reading round-ups, courses, and a book club.

Perspectives: Past, Present, and Future, by Patrick Wyman | Substack

by Patrick Wyman

Patrick Wyman's Perspectives explores current events, historical insights, and book reviews, offering diverse views on past, present, and future topics.

Wild About Books with author Sara Blackard

by Sara Blackard

Author Sara Blackard shares her passion for books, offering insights, reviews, and recommendations for readers looking for their next great literary adventure.

The New York Review of Books | Substack

by The New York Review of Books

The New York Review of Books offers in-depth criticism of books & current issues, covering politics, literature, and art. Includes contributor interviews & archive selections.

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.

The Travel Book Club | Substack

by The Travel Book Club

Former National Geographic Travel editors lead a book club discussing compelling stories and books that inspire journeys and offer tips for travel dreams.

notes from darrel

by Darrel Yeo

Darrel Yeo's newsletter encourages readers to join a community of shared interests, participate in comments, and support the work with a subscription.

Elastiverso di Claudia de Lillo | Claudia de Lillo alias Elasti | Substack

by Claudia de Lillo alias Elasti

Elasti provides a daily press review with economic explanations. Weekly, she shares personal stories, recipes, media reviews, and occasional online yoga practices.

Smart Romance | Smart Romance by Rena Rani | Substack

by Smart Romance by Rena Rani

Smart Romance, by Rena Rani, provides rigorous literary criticism of romance novels, exploring their emotional complexity and cultural relevance in weekly essays.

Unevenly Combined Thoughts | Angus Bylsma | Substack

by Angus Bylsma

Angus Bylsma, LSE Economic History student, pens fortnightly, AI-free essays on books spanning diverse history. It's a personal research diary of his musings.

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.

3ookReview | 3ook.com | Substack

by 3ook.com

3ookReview by 3ook.com explores a 'third-generation bookstore' using AI & Web3. It features deep book reviews, cultural commentary, and decentralized publishing trends.

Hal Johnson Books | Substack

by Hal Johnson

Hal Johnson explores books, art, history, and comics with a unique voice. Expect a serialized novel, curated quotes, and insights into his books.

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.

Perpetual Chess Link-Fest | Ben Johnson | Substack

by Ben Johnson

Ben Johnson, host of the Perpetual Chess Podcast, curates a weekly collection of links to the best chess content, covering tournaments, improvement, interviews, and reviews.

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.

Courageous Conversations | Susan Harley | Substack

by Susan Harley

Susan Harley's Courageous Conversations helps readers find grace, curiosity, and agency in troubled times, bridging collapse studies with spiritual and practical adaptation.

The Saturday Read | The New Statesman | Substack

by The New Statesman

A weekly digest from The New Statesman featuring top writing on ideas, politics, books, culture from its site, print, and vital UK/US media.

Thriller Thursdays

by Chris Lowry

Thriller Thursdays by Chris Lowry delivers weekly 'page swiping' thrillers & mysteries straight to your inbox.

Cryn’s Substack

by Cryn Johannsen

Cryn Johannsen, a self-described robust and prolific writer, delivers a consistent stream of her work to readers.

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.

Vanessa Riley's Write of Passage

by Vanessa Riley

Award-winning author Vanessa Riley explores historical fiction, revealing Black women's hidden narratives. She connects past to present, with publishing insights and personal content.

Best Books & Audiobooks | Substack

by Best Books & Audiobooks

Best Audiobooks offers curated recommendations, in-depth reviews, and expert listening tips for captivating audiobooks across all genres, from new releases to timeless classics.

sweater weather

by Brandon

From a cranky and salty fiction editor, 'sweater weather' delivers essays on culture and writing, playfully embracing a 'sweater-oriented lifestyle'.

MER - Mom Egg Review | Substack

by MER - Mom Egg Review

Mom Egg Review publishes literary work and art exploring motherhood from diverse perspectives. Features bi-monthly poetry, fiction, reviews, and interviews.

Will Hermes: New Music + Old Music | Substack

by Will Hermes

Music critic Will Hermes offers deeply curated reviews, playlists, and concert news spanning new and old music across all genres, from indie rock to Afrobeats.

Sarah's Bookshelves | Sarah Dickinson | Substack

by Sarah Dickinson

Sarah Dickinson hosts Sarah's Bookshelves Live, sharing honest, snarky book opinions and publishing insights on literary and commercial fiction.

Comic Book Treasury Extra!

by Comic Book Treasury

Comic Book Treasury Extra! provides a deep dive into the world of comic books, delivering additional content and exclusive insights for enthusiasts.

Unstacked | Traci Thomas | Substack

by Traci Thomas

Traci Thomas, host of The Stacks podcast, shares her distinctive 'bad attitude' on books, pop culture, and life, mixing hot takes with author interviews.

Reading Under the Radar

Publishing professional and Book Riot writer Cassie offers weekly recommendations for under-the-radar books, helping readers discover hidden literary gems.

The Honest Broker

The Honest Broker provides trustworthy, in-depth guidance on music, books, and culture. A writer and musician delivers original essays, reviews, and commentary.

Book Marks

Walker Caplan, a Lit Hub Staff Writer and Seattle-based writer/performer, shares literary perspectives in Book Marks.