Browse newsletters about creative process

Reality Shield | Dan Mangan | Substack

by Dan Mangan

Dan Mangan's Reality Shield offers deep artistic discourse via musings, demos, and songs. Subscribers access his full catalog, archives, and exclusive content.

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.

Cosmic Wink | Jess Williamson | Substack

by Jess Williamson

Singer-songwriter Jess Williamson shares weekly stories, unreleased music, and personal insights, drawing on her decade-plus career and the concept of "cosmic winks."

Writing Wednesdays | Matt Lillywhite 📚 | Substack

by Matt Lillywhite 📚

Matthew Lillywhite's Writing Wednesdays guides writers to find their voice, master the creative process, and build a profitable career, drawing on his success.

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.

Metodo Boshi | Emmaboshi | Substack

by Emmaboshi

Graphic designer Emmaboshi shares insights and methodology from 25 years in the craft, helping designers evolve their work and deepen visual culture.

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.

Kurtzgesagt | Scott Kurtz | Substack

by Scott Kurtz

Cartoonist Scott Kurtz (webcomic PvP) shares project updates, insights into the creative professional's life and industry, and connects with his audience.

Cartoons by Collins | Dan Collins | Substack

by Dan Collins

Veteran cartoonist Dan Collins shares decades of archival cartoons and stories from his career, alongside his passions for muskie fishing, orchids, and original art.

What the Hell is Michael Jamin Talking About? | Substack

by Michael Jamin

TV writer Michael Jamin shares practical writing tips from his 28-year career, balanced with personal essays exploring identity and redemption.

Olhar Criativo | Franco Antonio | Substack

by Franco Antonio

Franco Antonio's Olhar Criativo delivers a weekly curation of content and exercises to foster creativity and develop a curious outlook on the world.

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.

ANTES QUE EU ME ARREPENDA | Gustavo Magalhães | Substack

by Gustavo Magalhães

Gustavo Magalhães' newsletter delivers pages from his comic 'No Meio Fio', insights into his creative process, and updates on his authorial projects.

Letters from the Attic | Mark Romero | Substack

by Mark Romero

This newsletter provides a window into Attic Door Media's storytelling, creativity, and comics, offering project updates, writing advice, and creative insights.

Kevin Morby's Fam Club | Substack

by Kevin Morby

Musician Kevin Morby offers a personal look into the creation of his album This Is A Photograph. This 'Fam Club' shares essays, photos, demos, and tour stories.

Lloyd Cole - Writing, etc | Substack

by Lloyd Cole

Musician Lloyd Cole offers a multimedia 'memory palace' of his creative life, featuring visual and audio songwriting histories, studio updates, guitar lessons, and reflections.

Design Better | The Curiosity Department | Substack

by The Curiosity Department

Eli Woolery and Aarron Walter co-host Design Better, exploring design, technology, and creativity with inspiring guests.

Pete Covington | Substack

by Pete

Australian producer and artist Pete Covington shares insights on songwriting, production, and the creative process, helping artists create lasting work.

Declarations

by Declan Shalvey

Biweekly updates from artist/writer Declan Shalvey on his comic projects (CLASH, THUNDERCATS X SILVERHAWKS), art, and creative journey.

Skeleton Code Machine | Exeunt Press | Substack

by Exeunt Press

An award-winning weekly newsletter exploring tabletop game mechanisms for board games and RPGs. It offers tools and inspiration for designers and enthusiasts.

Good, But Not a Standout | Kathleen West | Substack

by Kathleen West

Novelist Kathleen West, author of four books published by Berkley, offers a peek into her writing process, recommended reads, teaching life, and personal musings.

On Creativity | Bloomerangas | Substack

by Bloomerangas

Bloomerangas explores how to activate and facilitate creativity, featuring talks with world-class creators, practical tips, and tools for facilitators.

Inspiration Everywhere with Michelle Hickey | Substack

by Michelle Hickey

Michelle Hickey's "Inspiration Everywhere" offers creative inspiration through book clubs, prompts, interviews, and community, as she shares her novel-writing journey.

Pizza Pages | John Lee Appleseed | Substack

by John Lee Appleseed

John Lee Appleseed, an artist and graphic designer, shares bi-weekly insights on creative living, art-making, and his comics to inspire and connect.

Think Like A Game Designer | Justin Gary | Substack

by Justin Gary

Justin Gary, Magic Pro Tour winner and CEO of Stone Blade Entertainment, shares insights on creativity and problem-solving through game design for life and games.

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.

These Walls by Josh Young | Substack

by Josh Young

Fine artist and designer Josh Young shares his creative process, behind-the-scenes insights into art and design, and personal inspirations for home decor.

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.

News from Wayno® | Substack

by Wayno®

Wayno's newsletter offers a sneak peek at upcoming Bizarro gags, plus exclusive photos, illustrations, or designs from his pre-Bizarro archives.

Pesto Comics | Adriano Ariganello | Substack

by Adriano Ariganello

Adriano Ariganello shares deep dives into comic creation, crowdfunding, and indie publishing. Expect updates on his comics like Brad(s), personal stories, and insights into the craft.

New York Cartoons | Jason Chatfield | Substack

by Jason Chatfield

Australian cartoonist Jason Chatfield documents NYC's weird, chaotic moments through illustrated essays and observational comedy, from an outsider's perspective.

Cápsula | Substack

by Fernanda Rocha

Cápsula delivers fortnightly insights and articles on creativity, innovation, design, business strategies, and emerging futures.

Ever After Thoughts | Hayley Paige | Substack

by Hayley Paige

Fashion designer Hayley Paige offers a personal journal with intimate reflections, life updates, and a peek into her creative process. Funds support young artists.

Field Notes by Lilse McKenna | Substack

by Lilse McKenna

Interior designer Lilse McKenna shares 'Field Notes': a design diary and inspiration board with behind-the-scenes peeks into creativity, home, and thoughtful design.

The New Pain Productions Substack

by Keith Champagne/New Pain Pro

Comic book writer Keith Champagne shares his unique perspective on the creative process and the comic industry via New Pain Productions.

Dean Haspiel's Newsletter

by Dean Haspiel

Dean Haspiel's Newsletter: Diverse, introspective reflections on culture, philosophy, and personal insights.

A Whimsical World | Lauren Sands | Substack

by Lauren Sands

Lauren Sands (LES Collection founder) offers a personal journal covering art, design, literature, and fashion, meant to inspire creatives to explore whimsy and curiosity.

Four Track Substack | Joe Pernice | Substack

by Joe Pernice

Joe Pernice shares new and rediscovered finished songs in their simplest form on Four Track Substack, offering a personal look into his unique craft.

Design School | Katie Elliott | Substack

by Katie Elliott

Katie Elliott, Head of Design at Schoolhouse, delivers a biweekly design dispatch. She shares curated finds, trending materials, and behind-the-scenes insights.

WILD WORK 🌱 with Cara Newhart | Substack

by Cara Newhart

This newsletter by Cara Newhart champions "wild work": stepping off the path, starting before ready, and learning by doing to carve your own way.

Happier In Hollywood | Sarah Fain | Substack

by Sarah Fain

Veteran TV writers Sarah Fain and Liz Craft share Hollywood insights, writing tips, and life hacks, inspired by their popular podcast Happier In Hollywood.

Yoni Wolf’s Wet Paint | Substack

by Yoni Wolf

Musician Yoni Wolf (WHY?, cLOUDDEAD) shares his creative archive: new songs, 'The Wandering Wolf' podcast, poems, and illustrations.

Aural Apothecary | The Shins | Substack

by The Shins

The Shins' James Mercer offers exclusive demos, new music, and behind-the-scenes content from his Aural Apothecary, exploring music and his "weird ideas."

The Subtext | Substack

by The Subtext

The Subtext offers monthly insights into brand writing, copywriting, and verbal identity. It covers industry trends, interviews with creative leaders, and valuable resources.

Quebra-Cabeça

by Mario Cau

Cultural insights from Mario Cau, a cartoonist, illustrator, and professor, in the Quebra-Cabeça newsletter.

Rawdoggin' Reality | Margo Price | Substack

by Margo Price

Margo Price, an independent country artist, offers raw insights into touring, album creation, and discusses art, music, and hard topics.

Draw is Life with Mike Hawthorne | Substack

by Mike Hawthorne

Comic artist Mike Hawthorne shares his Draw is Life column, Life Studied figure drawing podcast, comic art process videos, and studio puppy updates.

Tales From the Farm

by Jeff Lemire

Jeff Lemire offers subscribers behind-the-scenes looks at his current comics, plus rare and unseen illustrations, scripts, and archival sketchbook material.

Funny How: Letters to a Young Comedian | Matt Ruby | Substack

by Matt Ruby

Matt Ruby's newsletter offers advice for new and veteran comedians on the art and craft of standup, drawing lessons from comedy legends and his own experience.

Sound + Creativity Newsletter | Substack

by Sound + Creativity

Electronic music producer Hermes helps audio creatives overcome blocks. He shares strategies on systems, mindset, and workflow to finish more music.